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Lorcia Cooper excited to see Coloured stories told

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From her breakout role as Charmaine on Backstage to playing the fierce Tyson in Lockdown, seasoned actress Lorcia Cooper is stepping into a softer, more nurturing role as Rochelle Booysen in Paradys. In the new SABC 2 drama, the 47-year-old portrays a mother navigating family and community struggles — while celebrating the rich diversity within the Coloured community. In conversation with Sowetan, Cooper reflects on embracing this new chapter and the importance of telling more authentic stories on screen.

10 Mar English South Africa News

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