The death of actress Connie Chiume has rocked Mzansi's TV industry. The actress, who spent more than two decades in the industry, died in hospital on Tuesday. Cast members from Gomora who starred alongside her as Mam Sonto voiced their condolences to TshisaLIVE.
A statement shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday revealed the veteran actress died at Garden City Hospital.
“The Chiume family regrets to inform you of the passing of the internationally acclaimed award-winning actress Connie Chiume. The family asks for privacy during this difficult period. The family will communicate further details.”
Khaya Mthembu, who starred in Gomora as Mam Sonto's son-in-law, said working with her was a joy.
Muzi Mthethwa said Chiume was an easy person to work with.
LISTEN | 'Gomora' cast members send condolences - working with veteran Connie was a joy
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The death of actress Connie Chiume has rocked Mzansi's TV industry. The actress, who spent more than two decades in the industry, died in hospital on Tuesday. Cast members from Gomora who starred alongside her as Mam Sonto voiced their condolences to TshisaLIVE.
A statement shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday revealed the veteran actress died at Garden City Hospital.
“The Chiume family regrets to inform you of the passing of the internationally acclaimed award-winning actress Connie Chiume. The family asks for privacy during this difficult period. The family will communicate further details.”
Khaya Mthembu, who starred in Gomora as Mam Sonto's son-in-law, said working with her was a joy.
Muzi Mthethwa said Chiume was an easy person to work with.
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