Our celebrities are dying, leaving us with gaps in our hearts that no one will fill. They are gone, but indeed they won’t be forgotten for the talent they’ve offered us as a nation. We are only halfway into 2024, and we have lost quite a number of celebrities. In this video, we look at the celebrities who died in 2024.

1. Mthokozisi Nxumalo

Actor Mthokozisi Nxumalo shocked Mzansi when he passed away this year on the 5th of May 2024, at the age of 30. Mthokozisi became one of the youngest actors today in South Africa to die this year. He died in a fatal car accident in Port Elizabeth.

We don’t know if he was with friends or alone. His career spanned almost two decades since he started acting at the age of 12. He appeared on “The Queen,” “The Throne,” “Scandal,” and other local dramas.

2. Dingani Bongani Tole

Dingani Bongani Tole died on the 29th of April 2024 after suffering from a long illness. He was found dead in his apartment in Johannesburg. He was 57 years old at the time of death. Dingani made a name for himself during his boxing career by winning 40 out of 56 professional boxing matches.

His career began in 1990 and retired in 2006. He was a world champion in two weight classes, having held the World Boxing Organization lightweight title from 1990 to 1992, the World Boxing Association lightweight in 1993, and the World Boxing Council super middleweight title in 2000.

3. Luke Flue

Another young, well-known person to die this year is Luke Flue, a professional soccer player. He was shot to death in a car hijacking incident at a petrol station in Johannesburg. News of his death was a shock to soccer fans and to his family.

Luke was still very young, at the age of 24, and looked forward to a brighter future, but his life was cut short. Kaizer Chiefs, one of South Africa’s most popular clubs and 12-time League champions, described his death as tragic. Luke Flue joined Kaizer Chiefs last year, having previously played for Super Sports United.

4. Tony Cedras

Legendary jazz musician Tony Cedras died on the 29th of January 2024. The cause of his death was never publicized. His first music steps were singing in the local church choir and playing the accordion. He later started playing the trumpet, guitar, and the keyboard, taking the local jazz scene by storm.

5. Chris April

Veteran actor Chris April died on the 31st of March after succumbing to fatal injuries inflicted by robbers who had entered his house. He was 84 years old. The elderly star had been asleep in his Lindela Road home in Mowbray when the robbers broke in.

They took everything they thought to be valuable, and when they were about to leave, Chris noticed one of them, so they came back to beat him until he was fatally injured. He was taken to the hospital, and after several medical treatments, he succumbed to his injuries.

6. Colin Bones Delight

Legendary singer Colin Bones Delight, best known as the lead singer for the Rockets band, died of cancer on the 15th of February. He died in his home after battling cancer for 13 years.

According to one of the family members, Colin was diagnosed with colon cancer, then later the doctor said the cancer spread throughout his body. Before his death, Colin said he was in a lot of pain; medication was of little help, and he stopped using it a few days before his death.

7. Adrian Ala

Actor and director Adrian Ala died on the 14th of May 2024 after succumbing to tuberculosis complications. He was 51 years old at the time of death. On the small screen, Adrian was known for “Generations,” “Isidingo,” and “Rhythm City.” In the world of film, his performances in “Samson and Delilah” and “Drum” left an indelible mark.

8. Frances Thilana

Veteran actress Frances Thilana died at the age of 89 years old after a long illness. She died on the 28th of February this year at her home, surrounded by family. According to sources, she was old and frail.

She starred in numerous productions, including films, TV shows, and theater productions. Her notable performances include those on the drama series “After Nine” and her role in the popular SABC1 drama series “Intersections,” where she played the character of Mama E.

9. MC McKenzie

Another actor who died in his old age is MC McKenzie. He died on the 29th of April, but the cause of death was never disclosed. Most people refer to him as a music chameleon because he never conformed to one form of music genre.

Others refer to him as a music jack of all traits for making rock music, being a jazz frontman, a gospel pioneer, a symphony composer, a multi-instrumentalist, and a man who made magic with an electric guitar.

10. Alita Bizenta

The Kenyan-born South African filmmaker, actress, and writer Alita Bizenta died on the 13th of February this year after suffering a sudden heart attack. She was 76 years old at the time of death.

The actress was best known for her roles in films such as “Pigs” and series like “The Suit.” She also appeared in “My Country,” opposite Samuel L. Jackson and Juliet Binoche.

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