Former ‘Generations’ actor dies
Former Generations actor Tiki Nxumalo has passed away at 65 years of age.
The actor who played Ruby’s father Sompisi on the “old” version of the local soapie died in the early hours of this morning Channel24 reported.
According to Channel24, a family member revealed that the actor, who resides in Durban, “was found lying on the floor just outside his house.”
Tiki’s family relative Nelisiwe Nxumalo revealed to Channel24 that Tiki’s asthma might have had something to do with this saying: “When we got to his house we saw his asthma medication on his bed. We suspect he might have collapsed trying to find help because he was alone in the house.”
South Africans have turned to social media to pay tribute to the late actor:
So Tiki Nxumalo, who played “Sompisi” on Generations, has passed away? This saddens my soul. I was hoping I’d see him again on TV
— Bonga Mdaka (@IamBongaMdaka) June 8, 2015
Ahhh maaan!!! Bab Sompisi from the OLD Generations has passed on! RIP Bab Tiki Nxumalo! Indeed death is dateless!
— Kamohelo Chabalala (@Kamo_Chaba) June 8, 2015
Former generations actor #Sompisi died.May his soul rest in peace.
— henry ngara (@henry_ngara) June 8, 2015
