According to the latest news from foreign media, veteran actress Connie Chiume, who starred in "Black Panther", died in a hospital in Johannesburg on August 6 (local time) at the age of 72.
Connie Chiwume’s family announced the news in a statement to the effect: “It is with great sadness that the Chiwume family announces the passing of award-winning, internationally renowned actress Connie Chiwume. The 72-year-old passed away at Garden City Hospital on August 6, 2024. The family requested privacy during this difficult time and will release more details at a later date.”
According to Connie Chiume’s son. , she had been receiving treatment in the hospital before her mother passed away and was recovering well. Unfortunately, not long after, I received the news that my mother had passed away.
Connie Chiwume was born in South Africa and was a teacher before entering the entertainment industry. In her early years, Chiume lived in Greece for several years, during which she also joined a musical troupe. She accumulated rich stage experience during the tour. After returning to South Africa, Chiwume began to appear in TV series and became famous in 1989 when she appeared in the popular South African TV program "inkom' edla yodwa". In 2022, Chiwume won the Lifetime Achievement Award at the South African Film and Television Awards.
Chiaume is known for her work in Black Panther and Black Panther 2, in which she plays Zawavari, an elder of the Wakanda mining tribe. His works also include: "Black is King", "Treasure", etc.
After learning the news of Chiwume’s death, people from all walks of life expressed their condolences. The South African government posted on social platforms: "We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the legendary award-winning actress Connie Chiwume. Her outstanding work will always be remembered."
