Prolific writer, industrious presenter, iconic film critic

Leon van Nierop, the author of more than thirty-five novels, is a prolific South African writer, journalist, presenter, actor and film critic best known for creating and writing numerous classic and highly successful radio and television series, also TV dramas and stage shows. Memorable titles include PLESIERENGEL, WOLWEDANS IN DIE SKEMER, BALLADE VIR ’N ENKELING, STRALEJAKKERS and RATELS.