Tributes pour in following Andile Gumbi’s death

Isibaya and The Lion King actor Andile Gumbi has died at the age of 36. The star died in ICU after suffering a heart attack last week in Israel where he was working on a theatre production.

Mzansi Magic’s Publicity and EPG coordinator, Karabo Maroga confirmed the star’s death in a statement. She said in part: “As Mzansi Magic, we are saddened by the passing of our former Isibaya actor Andile Gumbi. Andile was a very talented [actor] with lots still to offer to the entertainment industry. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.”

Andile’s friends, fans and colleagues have taken to social media to pay tribute to the star.

Tributes pour in following Andile Gumbi’s death. May his soul rest in peace.

 

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Sad to learn of the passing of Andile Gumbi. Such a brilliant young star. A heart attack can be so silent and so unexpected. My sincere condolences to his loved ones. #ripandilegumbi

A post shared by Andries Silwana (@andriessilwana) on Oct 25, 2019 at 5:18am PDT

 

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Kodwa bebangaka o Nyaope e South Africa???‍♀️ Kuqinisiwe makuthiwa isitsha esihle asidleli? My heart has just shattered into a million pieces ???? May the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon your family during this unfortunate time. . . Where is Pastor Lekau when we really need him? ? . #ripandilegumbi #ripandile #thenjiwecomedy

A post shared by Thenjiwe Moseley (@thenjiwecomedy) on Oct 25, 2019 at 5:14am PDT

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#RIPAndileGumbi gone too soon pic.twitter.com/j0E1jQ7ivd

— Mondli Gibson Mocuu (@GibsonMuffinRSA) October 25, 2019

 

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South Africa has lost another wonderful soul ?? #RIPAndileGumbi

A post shared by Sizwe Nokkie Jiyane (@justnokkie) on Oct 25, 2019 at 4:56am PDT

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The dangers of heart attack?
Such a young person
Rest In Peace brother #RIPAndileGumbi pic.twitter.com/x2f2bleR7s

— ?Miss Radebe??? (@tholakele15) October 25, 2019

#RIPAndileGumbi
The Isibaya star has been in a coma for the last few days after suffering a heart attack while working on a theatre production in Israel #RIPAndileGumbi #Isibaya pic.twitter.com/2qpx2VSA9o

— #OneNightWithSjava (@NicolasManyike) October 25, 2019

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What! No!? #RIPAndileGumbi pic.twitter.com/QCotSCgjJu

— A Baby Boy (@lasizwe) October 25, 2019

 

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Rest In Peace Andile Gumbi ? @a_zam_gumbi Such a beautiful soul…. Ai ??? #RIPAndileGumbi

A post shared by Nelisiwe Sibiya (@nelisiwe_faith_sibiya) on Oct 25, 2019 at 4:02am PDT

Heartbreaking news yet again ??2019 has been so cruel to us though??? #RIPAndileGumbi pic.twitter.com/hiOQuh58p5

— Ndlondlo Enhle Msibi (@BusiMsibi21) October 25, 2019

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#RIPAndileGumbi Thank you for sharing your talents with us on the @joburgtheatre stage. You were glorious to watch, from the beginning to the end #JoburgCares ^GZ pic.twitter.com/wn2IyfBoxH

— City of Joburg (@CityofJoburgZA) October 25, 2019

#RIPAndileGumbi I loved him at Isibaya as Somahhashi and I was looking forward to seeing his scenes with Puleng at Rhythm City ??
Death be not proud pic.twitter.com/VPCffeJHtG

— ?Afrokazi? (@RealVeroch) October 25, 2019