Share

Remembering South African actor Andile Gumbi in 5 photos

Cape Town - South African actor Andile Gumbi has died. He was 36.

The Lion King stage actor was hospitalised last week after suffering a heart attack while working on a theatre production in Israel.

Andile portrayed the lead role of King Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel The Musical.

His wife arrived in Israel earlier this week, to be by his side as he was reportedly recovering in ICU. 

Reports of his death have sent shockwaves through the country

He recently starred in the local flick Love Lives Here alongside Thando Thabethe and Lungile Radu.

Compiled by Graye Morkel.

We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE