Undeniably, the whole of Mzansi is still under a great shock following the untimely passing of one of its talented actress, Busi Lurayi. Since the news of her passing, creatives, fellow actors and industry friends have been relentlessly sharing their memories with the late Busi Lurayi.
Tribute and condolences message have been pouring in since the news of talented actress Busi Lurayi's untimely passing was made public by her family. Although at this point the news surrounding her passing is still unknown, however the family have shared with the public of what exactly transpired around the time of her demise.
She has been decorated as the prodigious artist, performer and a muse to name a few but the talented Busi Lurayi was also a number of beautiful things through her talent, art and creativity. Her memorial service is under at the Market Theatre, where all that loved and cherished Busi Lurayi is celebrating her life and times shared with her.
"God took Busi away from me, she was my child: Veteran actress, Nandi Nyembe" wrote Lebo Ntshangela
Busi Lurayi's untimely demise really took everyone by storm and whilst the cause of death is still unknown but her family has shared some details with another publication. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, her aunt Sonti Lurayi told the publication that Busi Lurayi wasn't fell well of late. And he was discovered by her father at her house whilst in her daughter's bedroom.
"“Busisiwe was excused from set due to not being well. After not returning to work, colleagues tracked down the family. Once her dad was notified he immediately went to Busisiwe’s house where he found her in her daughter's room. He called the police who summoned paramedics. Busi was declared dead at 11.15pm. The family is devastated" said Sonti Lurayi
Fellow actors and actress who are gathered at the Market Theatre to celebrate Busi Mokoena Lurayi's life and times have also paid their tribute on social media, soon after her passing was known to the public. It has been a big lump on everyone's throat, making it so hard to swallow that the talented Busi Lurayi is no longer with us.
TV producer, writer and director Mandla N, who played alongside Busi Lurayi extensively on SABC1 sitcom City Ses'la, which later rebranded to Ses'Top la, shared his heartfelt tribute and memories with Busi Lurayi.
"I never expected to be writing this, especially for you Busi. We created magic together for many years, I’ll forever be grateful to you for the lessons. Your passion for the craft, your fierce spirit and your infectious smile will be dearly missed. Thank you for sharing your gift with us, the industry has truly lost a giant. Rest in power my friend #Gundiforlife." wrote Mandla N
Although her send-off details are still unknown at the moment but by the look of things, Busi Lurayi's funeral may be shortly after the today's memorial service or later this coming weekend.
