Losing a loved one is a devastating experience.
It comes with deep feelings of loss and helplessness.
The reality is that all human beings will die, celebrities included.
*Zahara, Zoleka Mandela, and Mbongeni Ngema posing for pictures. Photo: @zaharasa, @zolekamandela, @mbongeningema_ (modified by author)Source: UGC*
The South African celebrities who died recently left a gaping hole in the entertainment industry.
In the recent past, South Africa has lost celebrities, including singersand actors.
The South African celebrities who died recently are remembered for their work.
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Mthobeli ‘KCi’ August
The late Mthobeli ‘KCi’ August was a Umhlobo Wenene FM personality.
His body was discovered in his Johannesburg home.
There were speculations that hetook his own life, but his family dismissed the rumours.
*Mbongeni Ngema is pictured in white and orange shirts. Photo: @mbongeningema_ (modified by author)Source: UGC*
Mbongeni Ngema
The lateMbongeni Ngemawas a playwright, lyricist, composer, director, choreographer, and theatre producer.
Fatima Sydow
The lateFatima Sydowwas a famous cookbook author and television personality.
She was known for her exceptional culinary skills, infectious enthusiasm and warm personality.
DJ Mulo is pictured in colourful outfits. Photo: @iammulo (modified by author)Source: UGC
Sydow died at the age of 50 after a three-year battle with soft tissue sarcoma.
He was married to fellow TV presenter Ntokozo Molefe.
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Zahara
Bulelwa Mkutukana,alias Zahara, was a famous singer, songwriter, and guitarist.
She sang inXhosaand English.
She is among the female South African celebrities who died recently.
The late Zahara in yellow and white outfits. Photo: @zaharasa (modified by author)Source: UGC
Zahara died at a hospital in Johannesburg.
She had been admitted mid-November with liver complications which worsened.
She had suffered from liver disease after problems with alcoholism.
Lebohang Mpyana in blue and black outfits. Photo: @lettielebohang (modified by author)Source: UGC
Lebohang Mpyana
The lateLebohang Mpyanawas a talented and upcoming South African actress and Sepedi-speaking comedian.
She was best known as Khelina on Mzansi Magic’sDiepCity.
Lebohang Mpyana passed awayafter a short illness.
The late Zoleka Mandela in pink and black outfits. Photo: @zolekamandela (modified by author)Source: UGC
Angie Oeh
The lateAngie Oehis one of the South African celebrities who died young.
She was only 25 when she passed away.
Angie was an upcoming Afrikaans mumble rapper from Pretoria, Gauteng.
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She was known for her breakout songDis Jou Wyfie.
She died afterbattling stage 4 lung cancerfor a while.
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Angie Oeh in white and black outfits. Photo: @angie_oeh (modified by author)Source: UGC
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Patrick Ndlovu
Legendary actor and consummate professionalPatrick Ndlovuwas best known forKnuckle City,Oddball Hall,andShakaZulu.
He died on 30 May 2023 of natural causes.
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Eusebius McKaiser
The lateEusebius McKaiserwas a political analyst, journalist, and broadcaster.
He died suddenly in Johannesburg this week after a suspected epileptic seizure.
Marietjie Bothma
The lateMarietjie Bothmawas an iconic South African television personality,radiobroadcaster, and comedian.
Eusebius McKaiser in green and blue tees. Photo: @eusebius_mckaiser (modified by author)Source: UGC
She died after a long illness.
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Mark Pilgrim
The late Mark Pilgrim was a media personality who hosted numerous radio and television shows.
Marietjie Bothma in colourful outfits. Photo: @bothmamarietjie (modified by author)Source: UGC
He died afterbattling stage 4 lung cancer.
Charlbi Dean Kriek
Charlbi Dean Kriek was best known for her roles inBlack LightningandTriangle of Sadness.
Autopsy results released on 21 December 2022 confirmed the actressdied of bacterial sepsis.
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The infection was because of exposure to the bacteriaCapnocytophaga.
The actor, playwright, and theatre director passed away on 24 July 2022.
He died in the early hours after complaining of chest pains.
Mark Pilgrim in maroon and navy blue t-shirts. Photo: @markpilgrimza (modified by author)Source: UGC
Busi Lurayi
The sudden demise of actressBusi Lurayicaught South Africans by surprise.
She was best known for her lead role as Tumi inHow to Ruin Christmas.
Busi passed away suddenly and was pronounced dead at her residence on 10 July 2022 by medical personnel.
Charlbi Dean Kriek is pictured outdoors holding a pet dog and in a suit. Photo: @charlbi143 (modified by author)Source: UGC
He was formerly married to actress Camilla Waldman, known for her role inGenerations.James Bartlett diedof a cardiac arrest.
Siyabonga Zubane
The lateSiyabonga Zubaneis one of the South African celebrities who died recently.
He passed away at 23.
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He is best remembered asSdumoin Gomora.
He died of suicide.
James Alexander, aka James Gracie
The lateJames Graciewas an actor and writer.
Busi Lurayi is posing in pink outfits. Photo: @busi_lurayi (modified by author)Source: UGC
He is best remembered forDiscreet,Eye in the Sky,andSemi-Soet.
He died on 28 April 2023 after aspirited battle withhead and neck cancer.
Siyanda Sesimani
Siyanda Sesimani is one of the South African actors who died recently.
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He is best remembered as a star onSoul CityandThe Estate.
He was in the intensive care unit in a comatose state before taking his last breath.
He appeared to have been recovering well until he had a seizure and went intocardiac arrest.
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Kuli Roberts
Nomakula Kuli Roberts is one of the South African actors who passed away recently.
She was a celebrated actress, radio and television personality, and author.
She was also a fashion and beauty enthusiast.
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The actresscollapsed and diedat about 10 p.m. on 9 February 2022.
This happened on the set of her new show.
People speculated that she died of aheart attack.
Gloria Bosman is pictured smiling. Photo: @gloriabosman (modified by author)Source: UGC
Her exact cause of death was not disclosed to the public.
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Costa Titch is pictured in sunglasses. Photo: @costatitch (modified by author)Source: UGC
He lost hislife to suicide, and his remains were discovered in his house garage in Dobsonville, Soweto.
Gloria Bosman
The lateGloria Bosmanwas a jazz singer who began her career singing in a church choir in Soweto.
She was also a vocalist, composer, and teacher.
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She died from a short respiratory illness.
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Lentswe Bhengu-Mafoko is smiling for the camera. Photo: @iam_lentswe (modified by author)Source: UGC
The artist collapsed and died onstage during a performance at a music festival.
His family did not give a specific cause of demise.
Lentswe Bhengu-Mafoko
The lateLentswe Bhengu-Mafokowas a celebrity chef.
Rapper AKA is posing for the camera. Photo: @akaworldwide (modified by author)Source: UGC
He passed away on 28 February 2023 at Sandton Medi-Clinic.
He died after suffering a brief illness.
The exact name of the sickness was not given.
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AKA (Kiernan Jarryd Forbes)
AKA is a South African singer who died recently.
He was a celebrated rapper, record producer, and businessman.
At around 10 p.m. that night, he and Tebello Motsoane were standing outside a restaurant called Wish.
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Tebello Tibz Motsoane
Tebello Tibz Motsoane was a chef, entrepreneur, and a good friend to AKA.
He passed away on 30 January 2023 after being shot.
He was hanging out with friends at a pub in Soshanguve.
Rapper Riky Rik posing for pictures. Photo: @rikyrickworld (modified by author)Source: UGC
He was shot as he crossed the street to go to his car.
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He is remembered for his contribution to the local music and pop culture industry.
DJ Citi Lyts is pictured in a red and white cap. Photo: pexels.com, @citilyts_sa (modified by author)Source: UGC
The DJ passed away from a brain haemorrhage.
The famous rapper reportedly hanged himself with a rope in his home.
People tried to save his life, but he was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital.
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The rapper was battling depression and substance abuse before his demise.
He was a talented musician known for hits likeWasha WashaandVurra.
He lost his life on Valentine’s Day 2022 at 32 years.
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His family revealed that he was ambushed and shot to death in Dube, Soweto.
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Dying is an inevitable part of life.
South African celebrities who died recently will be remembered for their contribution to the local and international entertainment industry.
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