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1972
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Francois Leon Rautenbach, known professionally as Francois Rautenbach, is a South African film and television actor born in East London, with a background in writing and production. He began his career in South African television before transitioning into film, often taking on roles based on real-life figures and historical events.
His performance as Angus Buchan in "Faith Like Potatoes" introduced him to wider audiences, followed by his portrayal of Hansie Cronjé in "Hansie". He also appeared in "The Bang Bang Club", a film focused on photojournalists during South Africa’s political transition period.
Beyond acting, he has worked behind the scenes in script development and production, co-creating the series "Ligweg" and contributing in editing and directing roles. His creative background also includes music recording with Sony BMG and professional modelling work.
He authored the memoir "The Vagabond – Is Your Life Worth Living?", currently being adapted for the screen. His early life included playing rugby in France, learning French, and completing studies in economics, psychology, coaching, and theology. Married to Leigh Rautenbach since 1996, he continues to work in South Africa’s entertainment industry.