The spotlight on… Connie Ferguson

By ZAlebs on 03 December 2015 at 11:45 · Comments

ZAlebs takes a look at the life and times of the legend that is Connie Ferguson.

3 December 2015

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Connie Ferguson is a legend in the South African television industry.

When one talks soapies in Mzansi, Ferguson's name is sure to come up, mainly because of her role as Karabo on Generations.

While we may all know who she is, let's take a bit of a deeper look at the real Connie.

The basics…

Full Name: Connie Ferguson (née Masilo)

Birthday: 10 June, 1970

Place of Birth: Lobatse, Botswana

What does she do? Actress, producer, entrepreneur

So, who is Connie Ferguson?

Ferguson has been a mainstay in the South African television world for over two decades. Her believable portrayal of Karabo Moroka on Generations from 1993 made her a major hit with fans.

When her tenure on Generations came to an end in 2010, Connie, along with her current husband Shona, created Rockville, and her role as Mavis Mabaso continued her reign as South African soapie royalty. She is also currently working on Generations: The Legacy.

One thing that makes Connie stand out from the crowd is her constant need to improve herself and her career. Whether she is acting or setting up new productions through her production company, Ferguson Films, the highest level of professionalism is maintained.

Connie Ferguson

It is that work ethic which ensures her success continues to rise. You just need to look at the fact that she was the first South African celebrity to launch a fragrance - now that is clever thinking!

Connie was married once before to Neo Matsunyane, and is currently married to Shona Ferguson. Connie has two children - Lesedi and Alicia, and a grandchild, who was born in 2015.

One thing is for sure, Connie is not slowing down when it comes to her work, setting a standard for the rest of the industry to strive for in the process.

What Connie has said…

On working with her husband, Shona (Destiny): "Business is a relationship, so respect plays a big role in accommodating each others views. We are both mature enough to admit when one is wrong."

On whether she is a role model (Woman and Home): "I’d like to believe I give my daughters a good sense of what it means to be a strong woman, and I do want to inspire the generation after me positively. That would be a dream."

On how she continues to look so good (Citizen): "When I’m not working I wear minimal make-up and allow my skin to breathe."