Connie Ferguson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Connie Ferguson
Connie Ferguson speaking in Glamour Awards
Born	Constance Masilo (1970-06-10) 10 June 1970 (age 55) Northern Cape, South Africa
Citizenship	Motswana South African
Education	Bachelor's Degree in Performing Arts from The University of KwaZulu Natal
Occupation	Actress producer model investor business woman
Known for	The Queen as Harriet Khoza
Spouse(s)	Neo Matsunyane ​ ​ (m. 1993; div. 1998)​ Shona Ferguson ​ ​ (m. 2001; died 2021)​
Children	Lesedi Sandi Matsunyane-Ferguson Alicia Ferguson

Constance Ferguson, also known as Connie Ferguson, was born on June 10, 1970. She is a famous actress, filmmaker, producer, and businesswoman from South Africa. She is best known for playing the role of Karabo Moroka in the very popular South African TV show, Generations. Connie was even featured on the cover of Forbes Woman Africa magazine in 2018.

Connie Ferguson's Amazing Career

Connie Ferguson has had a long and successful career in television. She has starred in many popular shows and also helps create them.

Her Time on Generations

Connie started her acting journey in 1993 on the show Generations. She played the main character, Karabo Moroka. Karabo was the wife of Tau Mogale and sister to Archie Moroka. Connie acted alongside other well-known stars like Menzi Ngubane and Sophie Ndaba.

She played Karabo for 16 years, leaving the show in 2010 to try new things. But she returned in 2014 to help launch the new version of the show, Generations: The Legacy. She left again in 2016. In 2023, Connie came back to Generations once more, bringing her famous character Karabo Moroka back to life.

Starring in The Wild

After leaving Generations in 2010, Connie took on a new lead role. She starred in the M-Net TV series The Wild. This show was filmed on a beautiful game farm in South Africa. She acted alongside her real-life husband, Shona Ferguson, until the show ended in 2013.

Creating Shows with Ferguson Films

In 2010, Connie and her husband, Shona Ferguson, started their own TV production company called Ferguson Films. This company creates television shows. Their first show, Rockville, was made for M-Net in 2013.

Ferguson Films has produced many other popular shows. These include The Gift, The Throne, The Queen, and The Imposter. Connie often acts in the shows her company produces. For example, she played the character Harriet Khoza in The Queen.

Connie's Work in Films and Other Projects

Connie has also been involved in movies and other exciting ventures.

Film Appearances

The TV series The Queen, which Connie starred in and produced, was nominated for several awards. These nominations were at the South African Film and Television Awards in 2018.

She also appears in the Netflix series "Kings of Jo'burg". The second season of this show was released in January 2023. She worked with actors like Cindy Mahlangu and Zolisa Xaluva on this series.

Being an Influencer

Beyond acting and producing, Connie has also launched her own products. In 2008, she released a perfume called True Self. She also launched a body lotion in 2014.

Connie Ferguson's Personal Life

Connie Ferguson has two daughters. She was first married to actor Neo Matsunyane in 1992. They had a daughter in 1993. They later divorced in 1998.

In 2001, Connie met actor Shona Ferguson. They got married in November 2001. In June 2002, they welcomed their daughter. Shona Ferguson sadly passed away on July 30, 2021, due to complications related to COVID-19. They had been married for almost 20 years.

Filmography

Achievements

National Film and Television Awards

See also

In Spanish: Connie Ferguson para niños