MZANSI has paid tribute to Ses’Top La star Busisiwe “Busi” Lurayi.
The sudden death of the actress has left the entertainment industry and ordinary citizens across the country heartbroken.
Busi, who also played Tumi on Netflix comedy How to Ruin Christmas, died on Sunday, 10 July.
Producer, actress and director Portia Gumede (45) took to Twitter on Monday to remember Busi.
She said they met while performing in Bongi Ndaba’s play Shreds & Dreams, and also worked together on Sokhulu and Partners.
“You meet Busi once and you never forget her. My sincere condolences to her family and friends,” she said.
“My first time as a producer, I’d eavesdrop between takes as Busi shared her clubbing adventures,” she said.
“When we wrapped season one of Sokhulu and Partners, did I not pull her aside and ask to tag along! She took me along but changed my wardrobe and had to approve my dance moves. Argh, sweet days.”
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Actor and TV producer Mandla N said he never expected to write about Busi after her death.
“We created magic together for many years. I will forever be grateful to you for the lessons. Your passion for the craft, fierce spirit and 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,” he wrote.
Actress Bonnie Mbuli said Busi was an amazing talent.
“What an absolute devastation, RIP Busi,” she wrote.
Thishiwe Ziqubu said: “Rest in power, gorgeous soul. Busi was a brilliant and versatile actor, and a scintillating, vibrant personality – a beautiful soul.”
Actress Millicent Mashile said the industry lost an incredible talent.
