‘It All Hasn’t Sunk In’: Natasha Thahane Mourns After Losing Uncle and Grandmother Days Apart

Natasha Thahane Mourns Grandmother After Family Tragedy

South African actress Natasha Thahane has shared an emotional tribute mourning the loss of her grandmother, revealing that her passing came just days after the death of her uncle.

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Actress Shares Heartfelt Tribute on Social Media

Taking to social media, Thahane posted a video capturing cherished moments with her late grandmother, accompanied by a deeply personal message describing the pain her family is enduring.

The actress said her grandmother passed away while the family was still making preparations for her uncle’s funeral, compounding the grief they were already experiencing.

“It has been an incredibly difficult time for our family. On Sunday, we lost my uncle. Just a few days later, on Wednesday, we lost my grandmother too.

“She Was Still Guiding Me”

Thahane recalled spending time with her grandmother on the day she died, including a quiet moment while she was braiding her hair. She said her grandmother insisted on simple cornrows because they would take less time, a detail the actress described as emblematic of her caring and practical nature.

Despite her condition, Thahane said her grandmother remained calm, engaging in conversation, laughing, and asking about family members who were nearby.

Final Moments Spent With Family

The actress revealed that her grandmother spoke about her own funeral arrangements while they were busy planning her uncle’s burial, a conversation that took the family by surprise.

She said her grandmother waited until close relatives had returned and until she had finished braiding her hair before passing away peacefully in their presence.

Remembering a Life of Love and Wisdom

Thahane ended her tribute by thanking her grandmother for the wisdom, love and lessons she shared. She also reflected on a recent trip they took together to Thailand, describing it as a treasured memory that now brings her comfort.

The actress asked for prayers and strength for her family as they come to terms with the double loss.