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Popular South African Actress, Connie Chiume, has passed away, Net NG gathers.
The news of her death was broken by her family via Instagram on Tuesday.
“The Chiume Family regrets to inform you of the passing of the internationally acclaimed award-winning actress Connie Chiume.
“Connie Chiume, 72, passed on at Garden City Hospital today on 6 August 2024. The Family asks for privacy during this difficult period. The family will communicate further details,” the family statement read.
The celebrity passed away at the age of 72.
Connie’s most popular works include Black Panther and its sequel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Connie was also known for her role in Singer, Beyoncé’s 2020 musical film “Black is King.”
Connie was born in Welkom, South Africa on June 5, 1952.
She was the fifth of nine children.
Connie burst into limelight in 1989 with a key appearance in the South African television series Inkom’ Edla Yodwa.
The late Actress won the NTVA Avanti Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series, Soul City, in 2000.
In 2009, she received the SAFTA for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama for her role as Stella Moloi in the family drama “Zone 14.”
Among tributes that rolled in following the demise of the Star, the Government of South Africa took to its official X (Twitter) handle to commensorate with the family.
“Our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of multi-award winning and legendary actress Connie Chiume. Her outstanding work will always be remembered,” the statement from the South African Government read.
Connie is survived by four children, two sons and two daughters.
