Connie Chiume, South African actress best remembered for her role in Black Panther, dies at 72

South African Actress Connie ChiumeBest known for his roles in superhero movies ‘Black Panther’He died last Tuesday at the age of 72, according to his family.

“The family regrets to inform you that Death of an Actress Internationally renowned and award-winning Connie Chiume,” said a brief statement posted on the actress’ personal Instagram account on Tuesday evening.

According to the statement, “Connie Chiume, 72, passed away today, August 6, 2024, at Garden City Hospital. The family requests privacy during this difficult time. The family will provide further details.”

His son was interviewed by a local TV station Angel Qiu Mei Explaining that his mother had been Hospitalization for a “medical procedure” And appears to be “recovering well.”

The veteran actress, whose father is Malawi and mother is South African, was born in Welkom, Free State, in 1952 (centre) Glado Initially pursued a career in teaching but gave it up after a few years in the classroom.

I didn’t study acting.

“I have never been involved in show business, let alone accepted any form of Performance Training” the actress herself said, recalling the first time. Take the Test and was selected, local media reported on Wednesday.

In 1977, he made his first foray into the entertainment industry with a role in a TV series called “Alone”with whom he toured Israel and Greece.

During her versatile career, she has appeared in several South African TV series and played tribal leader Zawavari in Black Panther (2018) and its 2022 Marvel sequel. He also starred in the musical film “Black is king” (2020), directed by American singer Beyoncé.

Qiu Mei is Award-winning Participated in the South African Film and Television Awards many times (South Australia Free Trade Agreement)Over the years, she has played a variety of roles, from housewife to criminal, in hit South African series, among other awards.

he South African Government Via X expressed condolences for the passing of the “legendary” actress, stressing that “her wonderful work will always be remembered.”