Tributes Pour in for Connie Chiume
RIP Connie Chiume is trending on social media following the passing of the legendary actress.
Connie Chiume was renowned for her roles in numerous hit TV series, including Mohlolohadi, Yizo Yizo, Zone 14, Rhythm City, Housekeepers, Grassroots, and the Marvel film Black Panther, as well as Gomora.
The veteran actress’ death was announced by her family on Instagram this Tuesday, shortly after her passing.
The statement disclosed that Connie passed away in the hospital, though the cause of death was not revealed.
South Africans have taken to various platforms to pay tribute to the late star and to express their shock at the news of her passing.
A Curtain Call to Legendary multi-award winning Actor and Arts Activist mam’Connie Chiume.
Your remarkable contributions to our industry and powerful performances word wide have left an everlasting imprint.
We will always remember and honor your impact.🕊️❤️#RIPConnieChiume… pic.twitter.com/6LsBmtL2wn
— Actor Spaces (@actorspaces) August 6, 2024
Thank you for being such an amazing iconic actress we enjoyed watching on our screens for all those years.
THANK YOU.🙌🏾🕊🕊#RIPConnieChiume 💔🕊 pic.twitter.com/X5H2rUWJ3w pic.twitter.com/sJ1NJ4fQrB
— Pedi-Boy-from-Limpopo(Gravity_de_boi_Rsa)🇿🇦🇷🇺 (@Tshepixo__21) August 6, 2024
Go well Mama, it hurts but you played your role. Immensely proud of your accomplishments #RIPConnieChiume pic.twitter.com/nHWrIaPIE1
— Panyaza Lesufi (@Lesufi) August 6, 2024
Rest in Peace Mme Connie, she will be missed on our small screens 💔🕊️#RIPConnieChiume pic.twitter.com/MoubXz2glV
— m a s h è s h a 💨 (@_mashesha) August 6, 2024
A tree has fallen. What a loss to our nation and the world. Heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and fans of globally accomplished actress Connie Chiume. #RIPConnieChiume 💐🕊💔 pic.twitter.com/ftZ35HVdMJ
— Prof Thuli Madonsela #KindnessBuilds (@ThuliMadonsela3) August 6, 2024
