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South African actor and producer Shona Ferguson, who died in hospital last Friday from Covid-19 complications, will be buried today in a private ceremony, his family has said.
In a statement, the family said the funeral proceedings will only be attended by family members.
“The Ferguson family would like to confirm that the late Shona Ferguson will be laid to rest in a private ceremony attended only by family members on Wednesday 4 August 2021,” read the statement.
The family however, announced that they were planning to hold a memorial service at a later stage.
“Details of a memorial service will be communicated at a later stage once all the arrangements have been finalised.”
“We’d like to thank our friends and the public at large for the kind words of comfort during this difficult period.”
Ferguson’s death came as a huge shock to many who are still battling to come to terms with the loss.
A hero in his own right and a great example of black excellence, Ferguson was a darling of many as he was a good role model who inspired most to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.
Born Aaron Arthur Ferguson on 30 April, 1974 the popular actor married actress Connie in November 2001. They had one daughter, Alicia Angel Ferguson.
Ferguson started his acting career as Ace in the TV series Generations. In April 2006, he started acting in Muvhango as Dr Leabu. In March 2007, he left the Venda soap opera and starred as Itumeleng in The Wild from 2011 to 2013.
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