The Family of Nandi Nyembe Reveals Her Cause of Death: “We Tried Everything”
- Legendary actress Nandi Nyembe's family has spoken out since she died on Saturday, 23 August 2025, at the age of 75 years
- The family shared in an interview on Sunday that the beloved actress passed away in the hospital
- South Africans took to social media on Sunday, 24 August 2025, to share their fondest memories of their favourite childhood star
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The family of legendary actress Nandi Nyembe has broken their silence since confirming her death in a statement on Saturday, 23 August 205.
The veteran actress made headlines this weekend when her former The Queen co-star, Zenande Mfenyana, shared that she wished she had done more for her while she was still alive.
The Nyembes shared in an interview with Daily Sun on Sunday, 24 August 2025, that the veteran actress died in the hospital.
Jabulani Nyembe, who is the grandson of the thespian, shared that his famous grandmother had been battling a long-term illness before her death.
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"We tried everything to get her back to full health, but sadly she succumbed," he adds.
Jabulani adds that he was heartbroken when he received a phone call from the hospital confirming his grandmother had passed away.
While the Nyembes acknowledge that the thespian was an important figure, they ask for privacy to mourn the award-winning actress.
Social media user Joy Zelda shared a photo on Sunday, 24 August 2024, on X of the ailing actress in her home, a few weeks before she passed away.
South Africans pay tribute to Nyembe
@Zikhona16858101 said:
"Hawu bakith she was old and God blessed us with such a wonderful human being, and she will always be remembered in many ways of life. Rest queen, siyabonga uThixo obesiboleke wena♥️💔," (May God bless you).
@OnlyOneMellie wrote:
"There will never be anyone like her! A queen!! I hate that she's gone, but I'm happy she lived long."
@Ndabzito1 reacted:
"She was literally our Gogo. A Beautiful soul. May she rest now. She has done her part in our lives, and entertained us while. Rest in peace, Gogo."
@ozababe_anita wrote:
"Oh maan, yini shame… Mama Nandi Nyembenya. 💔May she find eternal peace and rest. She was such a true legend; growing up watching her was a true blessing. Go well, legend.' 🙏🕊️🕊️”
@vendaroyale said:
"A gorgeous queen, down to earth, just focused on the craft...May her soul RIP."
@Hla_Candy commented:
"Awwww🥺🥺💔kodwa she was going through it healthwise, yaz, akaphumule bandla"🥺 (She needs to rest)."
@SihleManq reacted:
"One of those performers who just look natural in their roles. It doesn’t seem like acting at all. You did your thing, Mam’Nyembe, phumula ngokuthula!" (Rest in peace).
@Tumi14300836 said"
"💔💔💔💔💔😥 May her soul rest in peace, what a thespian, what a phenomenal actress. She will be dearly missed 🕊🕊🕊."
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In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that popular Generations: The Legacy actress Sannah Mchunu was heartbroken by the passing of legendary actress Nandi Nyembe.
In April 2025, Mchunu made headlines for assisting Nyembe with groceries. She has now reacted to Nyembe's passing.
South Africans took to social media on Sunday, 24 August 2025, to pay tribute to the veteran actress, who turned 75 on 19 August 2025.
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