Andile Gumbi’s death broke hearts across the country and many have poured in tributes on social media to the star.
The actor was confirmed dead on Friday after suffering a cardiac arrest last week in Israel
The family members released a statement to announce the death saying:
“On behalf of Mrs Gumbi and family, it is with profound sadness that we share the news that our beloved Andile passed away this morning. Andile received the best medical care possible.”
While Isreal, Andile was performing in a production called Daniel The Musical, with the production confirming that his wife had flown out to be at his side.
Tributes poured in are:
It’s just tragic and unfair in so many ways. Andile Gumbi ??
— Dineo Langa (@therealdineo) October 25, 2019
Rest well Simba , died doing what he loved! #andilegumbi pic.twitter.com/X4xkOf5idk
— Siv Ngesi (@iamSivN) October 25, 2019
Rest in peace #AndileGumbi ??? pic.twitter.com/3M3vgW1g3T
— Dj zinhle-Umlilo???? ??? (@IamMissBhengu) October 25, 2019
Rest in Eternal Peace Andile Gumbi!
Indeed the Good die Young! pic.twitter.com/GYej37zWr4
— Tumi Sole (@tumisole) October 25, 2019
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 pic.twitter.com/0ag2PEeZUZ
— Ulrich Janse van Vuuren (@UlrichJvV) October 25, 2019
The amazingly talented Andile Gumbi will surely be missed. He did South Africa proud and leaves behind a shining legacy. May he now be the best performer on heaven’s stage. #RIPAndileGumbi pic.twitter.com/etX92SXbzN
— Christo (@ChristoThurston) October 25, 2019
