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JUST IN: Veteran actress Connie Chiume has passed away.

Renowned South African actress Connie Chiume has passed away at the age of 72. She passed on earlier today at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg. Connie Chiume was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, celebrated for her roles in Black Panther,Zone 14, Gomora & Rhythm City.
Her family confirmed the news, expressing their profound grief and requesting privacy during this difficult time. Connie Chiume leaves behind a rich legacy in film and television, marked by her exceptional talent and numerous accolades.We send our deepest condolences to her family, friends and fans.May her soul rest in peace.
( 05 June 1952 – 06 August 2024 )THE SPEAKER OF COUNCIL IN THE CITY OF JOHANNESBURG MOURNS THE PASSING OF RENOWNED ACTRESS CONNIE CHIUME


 


 

 

 

 

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Gomora and Black Panther actor Connie Chiume has died, aged 72.

Award-winning South African actress Connie Chiume has died.
According to a statement issued by her family, she died at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg on Tuesday.
On television, she also appeared in Zone 14, Rhythm City, and Gomora. In 2018, Chiume played the Mining Tribe Elder in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Black Panther. Chiume’s latest role was in Black Panther, Black Is King and Blessers.
May her soul rest in peace 🕊Veteran South African actress Connie Chiume has died at the age of 72.

The family announced her death in a statement on Tuesday afternoon.

She died at the Garden City Hospital, in Johannesburg, on Tuesday.


 

 

 

 

 

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Connie Chiume has passed on

Internationally acclaimed actress Connie Chiume has passed away after being admitted to hospital.

Connie, famously known for her roles in Gomora, Black Panther, Black is King, Zone 14 and Gomora, has passed away at the age of 72. A recent post shared on Instagram by the Chiume family confirms that the actress has died at the Garden City Hospital.


 

 

 

 

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Meet Basetsana Kumalo : First Miss SA in democracy

SIX THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT BASETSANA KUMALO
SHE WAS ALSO MISS SOWETO AND MISS BLACK SOUTH AFRICA
The beauty queen has a history with beauty pageants as she also held the titles of Miss Soweto and Miss Black South Africa at the age of 16. So, her modelling career began back in 1990. She went on to be crowned the Miss World runner up the same year she was crowned Miss SA.


 

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Connie Chiume’s Final Tribute to Naledi Aphiwe: A Sign of Future Success?

South African actress Connie Chiume passed away today, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable contributions to the film industry. Known for her role as the wise and dignified grandmother in the “Black Panther” franchise, Chiume was a beloved figure in the South African arts community. Her death has prompted an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans and colleagues alike.


 

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Why all Black Panther actors dy!ng in August?.

Internationally acclaimed actress Connie Chiume has passed away after being admitted to hospital.

Connie, famously known for her roles in Gomora, Black Panther, Black is King, Zone 14 and Gomora, has passed away at the age of 72. A recent post shared on Instagram by the Chiume family confirms that the actress has died at the Garden City Hospital.


 

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