Legendary gospel singer fell on stage during her performance in Zanele Mbokazi’s funeral service. Image: Rebecca Malope’s shared via Facebook page.
(The Post News)- Iconic gospel singer Rebecca Malope narrowly escaped serious injury after a dramatic fall on stage during the funeral service of her close friend and fellow musician, Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule.
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The accident occurred while Malope was delivering an emotional tribute performance to honour the late musician, who recently passed away due to cancer.
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Malope stumbled and fell to the ground when she was singing one of the departed loved ones’ hymns.Â
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The adored artist lay motionless for a brief while, shocking the crowd, which was already distraught from the solemn occasion.
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But Malope instantly regained her poise, got to her feet, and carried on with her performance. She was clearly shaken but remained unfazed, displaying the tenacity and professionalism that have characterised her career.
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In a statement released after the event, Malope expressed her relief and gratitude for escaping with only minor injuries. “I’m so thankful that I didn’t get seriously hurt,” she said.
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“It was just a minor fall, and I’m okay. I wanted to make sure I finished the tribute because it was important to me to honour Zanele’s legacy in the best way I could.”
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Malope’s commitment to her performance has further endeared her to fans, who have taken to social media to send messages of support and well wishes.Â
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Many expressed their admiration for her courage and dedication, with several fellow musicians also commending her for pushing through the incident to honour her late friend.
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Despite the scare, Malope’s presence at the service brought a deep sense of community and solidarity within the gospel music industry, with many attendees noting that her performance, despite the fall, was a fitting tribute to her friend’s enduring legacy.
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