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A photo of Connie Chiume at the 6th Annual Royalty Soapie Awards at The Galleria on March 11, 2023 in Sandton, South Africa.

Connie Chiume at the 6th Annual Royalty Soapie Awards at The Galleria on March 11, 2023 in Sandton, South Africa.

Photo by Oupa Bopape/Gallo Images via Getty Images.

Legendary South African Actress Connie Chiume Passes Away

The award-winning star, known for her roles in ‘Black Panther’ and ‘Zone 14,’ passed away at 72, leaving behind a widely-celebrated legacy.