‘Gomora’ Cast & Crew Struggle to Hold Back Tears As They Celebrate Connie Chiume’s SAFTA Win: “We Love You Ma”

• The cast and crew of the popular soapie Gomora recently celebrated the veteran star Connie Chiume
• Chiume, who plays Mam' Sonto, was celebrated for bagging the Lifetime Achievement award at the just-ended SAFTA Awards
• Stars such as Sannah Mchunu, Siphesihle Ndaba and Lerato Mokoka gave heartwarming speeches

There were no dry eyes on the set of Gomora as the cast and crew celebrated veteran actress Connie Chiume's Safta win.

The Black Panther star was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the just-ended SAFTAs, and her co-workers held a mini party to celebrate the major milestone.

According to TimesLIVE, Sannah Mchunu, who plays Zodwa in the soapie, shared videos on her Instagram page. She said they were celebrating their "Queen". She wrote:

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"Yesterday we celebrated our QUEEN LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT WINNER babaSAFTA 2022❤❤halala Connie halala❤"

Kaya 959 notes that speaker after speaker spoke about how Mma Connie Chiume has impacted their lives. Many hailed her for not only being a mother figure but for her humility and professionalism. Siphesihle Ndaba, who plays Mam' Sonto's right hand, Mazet, shared a heartwarming message. She said:

“You know how much I love you. From the first day, you treated me like your own child. I wish that I could open up my heart and show you how warm you have made the space feel and how appreciative you made me feel.”

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Mandela, the granddaughter of struggle heroes Winnie and Nelson Mandela, recently warmed Mzansi's heart when she shared a snap while spending some time with her three daughters.

Taking to her Instagram page, the star shared the photo alongside a powerful quote about living in the moment. According to ZAlebs, Zoleka Mandela's fans flocked to the post's comments section to send her love and strength.

Source: Briefly News