Celebrity fashion designer Quiteria Kekana dies
The Melville-based designer passed on after a short battle with cancer.
Internationally acclaimed fashion designer Lebohang Kekana popularly known as Quiteria (38) died at his home in Melville on April 17.
According to a statement released by his family, Kekena’s passing comes after a short battle with cancer.
RIP: Lebohang Quiteria Kekana
Famed fashion designer passed away on Sunday, according to the Kekana family.
He was 38. #RIPQuiteria pic.twitter.com/kCYFLm4a1n
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) April 19, 2022
He has dressed a number of local celebrities namely Natasha Thahane, Makhadzi, Phuti Khomo and Enhle Mbali to name a few, including international pop star Beyoncé.
Many took to social media and expressed their shock and sadness about the news:
Your heart, Your talent, Your patience, Your dedication. UNMATCHED #RIPQuiteria 💔 https://t.co/NipFhrrE9X
— Yaya Mavundla (@YayaRSA) April 19, 2022
Cancer sucks #RIPQuiteria
— Lebati (@Kea__Moropa) April 19, 2022
I feel like screaming and shouting at him for leaving so soon 💔💔💔 #RIPQuiteria
— Hloni Senokoane (@HloniSenokoane) April 19, 2022
Go Well King Q ❤️, Fashion would never be the same 🕯️#RIPQuiteria
— Fulufhelo (@FulufheloNem_) April 19, 2022
#RIPQuiteria
Sad news indeed 💔 😔 RIP— Nkosazana Skhosana (@Nkosaza04901608) April 19, 2022
The family humbly requests privacy during this tough time. “The Kekana family is deeply thankful for all the countless personal messages of love and support received thus far. The details of the memorial and funeral will be confirmed in due course.”
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