I've lost one of my best friends' Tributes pour in for Mary Makgatho

07 August 2017 - 13:54
By Karishma Thakurdin
Actress, mainly TV, radio stories, TV and radio Ads and voice over artist Mary Makgatho during an interview. Sunday World. Pic: Tsheko Kabasia. © Sowetan
Actress, mainly TV, radio stories, TV and radio Ads and voice over artist Mary Makgatho during an interview. Sunday World. Pic: Tsheko Kabasia. © Sowetan

As news of Mary Makgatho’s death spreads there has been an outpouring of tributes from close friends and fans in honour of her.

Mary’s sister‚ Rose confirmed to TshisaLIVE that she died during the early hours of Monday morning after spending the past few weeks in hospital. The veteran actress was admitted to hospital on July 10 after she injured herself during a fall.

“We knew she was in hospital but we didn’t expect this. We are all devastated and in shock‚” she said.

Close friend‚ Germinah Nkadimeng shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook.

“So sad to lose one of my best friends‚ mamogolo wa bana baka Mary Makgatho. I am torn apart . You will be missed and (it’s) sad (news) to performing arts sector. Rest in peace‚” said Germinah.

Fans have hailed Mary’s contribution to the acting industry and have remembered the numerous roles she played over the years.

Mary was famous for her roles in Yizo Yizo‚ Generations‚ Rhythm City and eKasi: Our Stories.