South Africa has lost a real talent – Tributes pour in for Idols SA star Thami Shobede
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The death of Idols SA runner-up Thami Shobede on Thursday sent shock waves across Mzansi, with hundreds flocking to social media to pay tribute to the young star.
The star died at Kalafong Hospital in Pretoria on Thursday morning, with Gallo Record Company confirming his death in a statement.
No other details were provided at the time but Thami’s family said they planned to issue a formal statement shortly.
The star won over fans with his velvet voice on Idols SA in 2016 and released his debut album titled Never Lost.
His debut single, the afro-pop song Sthandwa, was a big hit with fans across the country.
News of the star’s death spread on social media and soon timelines were filled with tributes to the star and his incredible talent.
Death be not proud 😭😪😪 Thami bathong pic.twitter.com/bagCV95eev
— Boitumelo Banks 🫦 (@BoityBanks) September 12, 2019
Saddened by the news that Singer @ThamiShobede has passed away.
Many of us discovered Thami on Idols Season 12, and his voice blew me away…
Thami was only 31 years of age… pic.twitter.com/DLSdbFwtRU
— Lisa (@anelisa_tuswa) September 12, 2019
Rest In Peace Thami. Deepest condolences to family and friends. 💔💔💔. #RIPThami pic.twitter.com/0VAxIGvK7A
— Be Humble. 🇿🇦 (@EzamaCirha) September 12, 2019