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Caleb Swanepoel: The man who fought a shark.

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10 years ago, aspiring actor Caleb Swanepoel lost his leg in an horrific shark attack that he only just survived. A decade on, he’s just finished shooting his first television series, and continues to inspire with his remarkable story.

21 Jul 2025 English South Africa Comedy Interviews · Comedy

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