Veteran Actress Connie Chiume Passes Away at Age 72, Fans Heartbroken: “Haibo Just Like That”

• Veteran actress Connie Chiume has tragically passed away at the age of 72 on Tuesday, 6 August 2024
• The former Gomora actress died in hospital, and her family shared the unfortunate news on social media
• Briefly News reached out the Connie Chiume's family spokesperson Percy Vilakazi regarding funeral and memorial service arrangements

Tragic news has hit the South African entertainment industry as they have recently lost one of their own. Connie Chiume has passed away.

Actress Connie Chiume passes away at 72

Many hearts were left shattered as the news of the South African legendary actress Connie Chiume's death hit social media. The family of the former Gomora star announced the news on Mama Connie's Instagram page. The announcement stated that she sadly passed away at the age of 72 in hospital on Tuesday, 6 August 2024. There have been no further details about the cause of death at this time.

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The post reads:

"The Chiume family regrets to inform you of the passing of the international Acclaimed award winning actress Connie Chiume. Connie Chiume 72, passed on at Garden City Hospital today on the 6th of August 2024. The Family asks for privacy during this difficult period. The family will communicate further details."

See the post below:

Connie Chiume was known for her roles in Zone 14, Rhythm City and Gomora but was also celebrated in international productions such as Black Panther and Black is King.

Briefly News reached out to the late Connie's family spokesperson, Percy Vilakazi, about the funeral and memorial service details.

He said:

"Thank you for reaching out. The information about the funeral and memorial service will be shared on Sis Connie’s socials as soon as the family has decided. They’re just aligning at the moment."

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Condolences pour in for the late actress

The unexpected news of Mama Connie Chiume's passing devasted many fans and industry colleagues, who took to social media to share their shock and pain.

Rapper Priddy Ugly commented:

"Deepest & sincerest condolences, to her family and loved ones."

While actress Zenande Mfenyana also shared her shock:

"Oh my God Mama."

@meleni_xiluva responded:

"Rest easy will always remember you."

@Mbhape1 responded:

"He banna…. May her soul rest in eternal peace."

@Iam_Lwando replied:

"Bathong my baby just like that."

@HendriccahM mentioned:

"May Her soul rest in eternal peace, my sincere condolences to Her family & friends."

@FumaneJafta shared:

"Haibo just like that."

This is a developing story.

Black Panther’s Chadwick Boseman sadly passes away at age 43

In similar news, Briefly News previously reported on the tragic passing of Black Panther actor and Connie Chiume's former co-star Chadwick Boseman.

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Boseman, whose career's honour was to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther, died at his home in the Los Angeles area with his wife and family by his side. The cause of death was cited on the verified X handle of the actor.

Source: Briefly News