7 Powerful Facts About Connie Ferguson – The Queen of SA Television

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From soapie royalty to business mogul and global Netflix star, Connie Ferguson has spent over three decades redefining success in South African entertainment. Whether she’s lighting up screens as Karabo Moroka or steering the empire she built with her late husband, Shona Ferguson, Connie remains an icon of strength, grace, and reinvention.

Here are 7 powerful facts you need to know about Connie Ferguson:

1. Karabo Moroka Was More Than a Role — It Was a Movement
Connie Ferguson stepped into TV history in 1993 as Karabo Moroka on Generations. For 16 years, she portrayed the strong, stylish, business-savvy character that South African women admired. After her original run, she returned to Generations: The Legacy in 2014 and again in 2023, proving that true icons never fade — they evolve.

2. She Built Ferguson Films — and Dominated Prime Time
In 2010, Connie and her husband Shona Ferguson launched Ferguson Films. Their first hit? Rockville. But the company truly struck gold with productions like The Queen, The Throne, The Gift, and The Imposter. Connie not only starred in many of them — she helped produce and shape the stories millions tuned in for.

3. She Ruled as Harriet Khoza in The Queen
As The Queen’s fierce matriarch Harriet Khoza, Connie captivated audiences from 2016 until the show’s conclusion in 2023. The role became one of her most loved characters, earning her multiple award nominations and sealing her status as Mzansi’s ultimate screen queen.

4. She’s a Netflix Star on Kings of Jo’burg
Connie plays Mermaid Masire, a mystical force in Netflix’s Kings of Jo’burg. The show premiered globally, bringing African storytelling to international audiences — and Connie was front and center. Season 2 aired in January 2023, with Connie carrying the torch for South African women in fantasy-action drama.

5. She’s a Trailblazer in Beauty and Fragrance
Beyond TV, Connie ventured into beauty with her fragrance True Self in 2008 and a skincare lotion in 2014. These products aren’t just extensions of her brand — they represent her belief in authenticity, self-care, and Black excellence in business.

6. Her Love Story with Shona Ferguson Was the Stuff of Legends
Connie married fellow actor and producer Shona Ferguson in 2001. Together, they raised a family and built an empire. Their love story ended tragically when Shona passed away from COVID-19 complications in 2021. Connie has since continued their shared vision, honoring his legacy through every project and public appearance.

7. She’s Still Earning Awards and Headlines at 55
Even in 2024, Connie shows no signs of slowing down. She starred in the action film Heart of the Hunter and was nominated for Best Actress and Celebrity Personality of the Year at the 2024 National Film and Television Awards. Her journey is proof that longevity, resilience, and reinvention are her superpowers

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