Winnie Khumalo is a South African Singer, Songwriter, and Musician. She is known for her powerful and soulful voice. As per the latest, she died on 07 January 2025 at the age of 51 Years after battling a short illness. Her daughter Rethabile Khumalo confirmed her death news. She is the Founder of Winnkay Music Records.
Winnie Khumalo Biography – Personal Life
She was born on 20 July 1973 in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa. She started her music career in 2000 year and has become a prominent name in the South African Music Industry. She has released many hit songs and albums which are very popular in South Africa and other parts of Africa.
Winnie Khumalo has finished her education at Vuyo Lower Primary and Mncube Secondary School. As per the latest news, she died due to a short illness. Her confirmed death cause is not available yet but her death news was confirmed by her daughter. She was only 51 years old and she is a famous Actress.
Family Background
She was born into a Simple family and her mother’s name is Thembi Khumalo who is also a famous personality. Her father’s name is Sipho Khumalo and her father motivated her to become a Singer due to her mind-blowing Voice. She was married to Reneilwe Letsholonyane, who is a South African footballer. But now they are separated. Winnie Khumalo has a daughter and son, whose name is Rethabile Khumalo & Thando Khumalo.
Career Info
Winnie Khumalo’s music style blends Afro-pop, R&B, and soul music. Her songs often include themes of love, inspiration, and empowerment. At the age of 15 years, she started her music career releasing her first album and fast growing to fame.
She began her music career in the 2000s. She began her career as a part of a Kwaito group named “Ghetto Luv”. After this, she promoted her career as a solo artist.
Her first album “Winnie” was released in 2004 which included many of her hit singles. This album showed her as a famous singer.
She has released many victorious albums and singles in her career such as “Mbali”, “Sthandwa”, “Live my life” and “Kulezontaba”.
One of the reasons for Winnie Khumalo’s win is her strong and soulful voice, which makes her a unique and recognizable artist. She has encouraged people through her music and her story is an inspiration to those who want to achieve their dreams.
Her one album I Just Wanna Live My Life was produced by Kalawa Jazzmee Record’s Oscar ‘Oskido’ Mdlongwa. This album made her stronger in the music industry. This song was selected for Best Dance Video and Best Afro Pop Video at the Channel O Music Awards.
Apart from being a singer, she is also an actress who has played good roles in the TV series Muvhango and Mponeng.
She was selected for the Shoprite Checkers Women of the Year competition along with the Museke online Africa Music Awards.
Award List
She has received several awards and nominations, including the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) and the MTV Africa Music Awards. She is also a renowned live performer and performs at many music festivals and concerts. She is a Famous South African musician who gives new direction to the Music Industry.
Social Media
She is very active on social media. Winnie Khumalo shares updates about her music, personal life, and professional projects on her social media platforms. She interacts with her fans and appreciates their feedback and support.
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