Filmmaker Shona Ferguson has passed away. Ferguson died on Friday due to COVID-19 related complications, and not a heart operation as earlier reported.
Ferguson, 47, was married to actress and producer Connie Ferguson.
The Botswana-born Ferguson has acted in a number of productions including The Queen and The Kings of Joburg on Netflix.
Ferguson was most popular for the role of robotic Jerry Maake on The Queen, a Ferguson Films production.
However, his career began more than a decade ago and he has featured in big productions such as Muvhango, The Wild, Rockville and the Netflix drama series Kings of Joburg.
In a statement, the family confirmed that Ferguson had died from Covid-19-related complications and not heart problems as earlier reported.
“It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of Mr Shona Ferguson. He passed away at noon today [Friday]. Mr Ferguson’s untimely passing was due to
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