Cape Town – Well-known Afrikaans singer Theuns Jordaan has died at the age of 50.
According to IOL, Jordaan died on Wednesday after a long battle with cancer.
Back in 2020, the musician revealed that he had been diagnosed with leukemia.
However, he seemed to be recovering well until this year in March where he had a bone marrow transplant, according to The Citizen.
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Jordaan was known for songs such as “Soos Bloed“ and “Beautuful in Beaufort-West”.
He was one of the most successful South African artists, with numerous awards during his career, and has sold more than one million records.
Since the shocking announcement, fans and friends have been expressing their grief and sending their condolences to the Jordaan family.
Take a look at some of the messages:
Ek sal wag vir bevestiging maar ek hoor slegte nuus van Theuns. My hart is bitter seer.
— Steve Hofmeyr (@steve_hofmeyr) November 17, 2021
Ons innige meegevoel aan die familie en vriende met die afsterwe van Theuns Jordaan. Die Afrikaanse musieklandskap het ‘n reus verloor. #RIVTheuns pic.twitter.com/PQfTUw1ZXt
— Democratic Alliance (@Our_DA) November 17, 2021
A sad day for South Africa, for Afrikaans and for me as a fan. RIP to this talented man with a stunning unique extraordinary voice, ? Theuns Jordaan. #TheunsJordaan pic.twitter.com/iRKdEUkCee
— Gail (@gail13sa) November 17, 2021
RIP Theuns Jordaan. I loved his music. ?????? pic.twitter.com/KQ8Eh23WR5
— miraaikieB???? (@miraaikie) November 17, 2021
Sad to say good bye to South African singer and song writer Theuns Jordaan. pic.twitter.com/XoDSfR1oaI
— Marinus Bell (@Marinus_Bell) November 17, 2021
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Compiled by Sinothando Siyolo
