South African Actor Andile Gumbi Passes Away at 36

South African actor Andile Gumbi has passed away at the age of 36 after suffering a massive heart attack last week in Israel where he was performing in Daniel The Musical.

His wife reportedly flew to Israel to be with him as he recovered in hospital, but unfortunately he did not make it.

Daniel the Musical producers said in a statement on Tuesday: “In the early morning he deteriorated and suffered a cardiac arrest, but the medical personnel at Shaare Zedek Medical Centre managed to successfully resuscitate him. His present condition is critical.”

However, on Friday afternoon they posted a message from his wife and family announcing with “profound sadness” that the Mzansi Magic actor had passed away this morning after receiving the “best medical care possible”.

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Gumbi was famous in South Africa for his roles in Isibaya and The Lion King.

Mzansi Magic posted a message saying: “As Mzansi Magic, we are saddened by the passing of our former Isibaya Mzansi Magic actor Andile Gumbi. He was very talented, with lots still to offer to the entertainment industry. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. #RIPAndileGumbi”

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

Andile posted this message two weeks ago:

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