Award-winning actress, Shoki Mokgapa passed away suddenly on Tuesday 25 September 2018.
The actress’ representation released a statement which said that Mokgapi was battling clinical depression and anxiety, which ultimately lead her to commit suicide.
The statement went on to say that a memorial service will be held on Tuesday 2 October 2018.
Shoki has appeared in hit shows such as The Lab on SABC 3 , Ashes to Ashes on e.tv, Intersexions, Swartwater, Those Who Can’t on SABC2, BBC’s Silent Witness, as well as The Looming Tower on Amazon Prime Video. But, she is best known for her role in Afrikaans feature film, Sink , for which she picked up a coveted SAFTA.
Fans and entertainment industry leaders took to Twitter to pay tribute to the talented starlet.
We are saddened to hear of the passing of award winning actress Shoki Mokgapa. May you rest in eternal peace 🙏🙏 #RIPShokiMokgapa pic.twitter.com/ISWDsTBTGz
— Isidingo (@IsidingoSABC3) September 26, 2018
@SAGActors is shocked at the loss of @ShokiMokgapa. This talented award winning actress will be sorely missed in the acting community. Condolences to her family, a tragedy indeed when such a light is lost. pic.twitter.com/1GuqWdJ4Md
— South African Guild of Actors (@SAGActors) September 26, 2018
We are saddened to hear of the passing of award winning actress Shoki Mokgapa. May you rest in eternal peace 🙏🙏 #RIPShokiMokgapa pic.twitter.com/ISWDsTBTGz
— Isidingo (@IsidingoSABC3) September 26, 2018
You were made of stars sweet @ShokiMokgapa Rest peacefully, be free 😭 https://t.co/gccbDKG1wk
— Tiffany Barbuzano (@TiffanyBarb) September 26, 2018
Go well @ShokiMokgapa You live on in our hearts, our minds and our movies. 🙏🏼 #RIP @sinkmovie @kykNETtv
— Leo G. Smit (@LeoGSmit) September 26, 2018
She will always be remembered for her God given talent. #ShokiMokgapa #RIPShokiMokgapa https://t.co/S6gc5oTGa3
— Soapies24.co.za (@Soapies24coza) September 27, 2018
If you or anyone you know is battling depression, anxiety, or has suicidal thoughts, contact the South African Depression and Anxiety Group‘s suicidal emergency helpline on 0800 567 567.
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