Tributes pour in for popular DJ Sumbody

The artist, whose real name is Oupa John Sefoka, was confirmed to have died on November 20 by his management, Sumsounds Music. Picture: Supplied.

The artist, whose real name is Oupa John Sefoka, was confirmed to have died on November 20 by his management, Sumsounds Music. Picture: Supplied.

Published Nov 20, 2022

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CLOSE friends, fans, and the South African entertainment industry are reeling in shock after the tragic death of renowned artist and musician DJ Sumbody.

The artist, whose real name is Oupa John Sefoka, was confirmed to have died on November 20 by his management, Sumsounds Music.

"Artist and musician DJ Sumbody has died. Details of his untimely death cannot be released, but the artist named Oupa John Sefoka allegedly ran into an unfortunate incident that led to his passing in the early hours of Sunday morning (November 20)," his management said.

The statement added that the Sefoka family "have kindly requested privacy" as "investigations are still ongoing."

According to his social media posts, DJ Sumbody was planning to make an appearance at The Secret Door nightclub in Pretoria on Saturday night.

A video shared on his Instagram Stories shows the artist having a good time, with the caption "Back to basics" before his death.

Details surrounding his death have not been revealed, though many reports on social media suggest that he died in a hail of bullets in Woodmead in Johannesburg.

Social media has been flooded with tributes since the announcement of death broke the internet.

Popular musician Lady Zamar also shared her heartfelt condolences on social media.

"This is super-shocking. And heartbreaking to the core. Sumbody looked out for his ppl, never held grudges and was welcoming, funny, a hustler, and game-changer in entertainment and in many ppls lives + he gave advice. Mfana pitori. We will miss you," stated the artist.

DJ Fresh also shared a post saying: "I promised you(DJ Sumbody) a set to end all sets at your all-White party later today."

Renowned music artists Da Les and Kaylow also shared their condolences on social media as tributes poured in from fans, friends and the entertainment industry.

Details of the funeral and memorial service for DJ Sumbody will also be announced in due course.

The Star

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