“On behalf of Mrs Gumbi and family, it is with profound sadness that we share the news that our beloved Andile passed away this morning. Andile received the best medical care possible.

“We request that the family be given space to grieve and that their privacy be respected in this very difficult time. The family will make a statement at the appropriate time,” a statement on behalf of the family read.

The actor was rushed to an Israeli hospital in a critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest last week.