Henry also had a minor role in The Ghost and the Darkness. After Shaka Zulu, he acted out various minor roles in such action films as Point of Impact and The Last Samurai. He also appeared in major roles in South African movies and television series programmes. He was married to Jennifer "Jenny" Hollander, and in time, his son by her became a South African musician.

Prior to acting in Shaka Zulu, Cele, nicknamed "Black Cat," was a football (soccer) goalkeeper. He coached a professional soccer club in South Africa until his death.

After his acting career, Cele moved from his suburban home in Glenmore, South of Durban and went back to Kwamashu township.

At the time of his death he had been in hospital for two weeks.

His last name is pronounced [ˈkǀɛːle] with a dental click (similar to the English click "tsk-tsk" used for disapproval).