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09th Dec 2021

Real Housewives of Johannesburg star Naledi Willers dies aged 30

Ellen Fitzpatrick

Heartbreaking.

Naledi Willers, who was best known for her appearances on the Real Housewives of Johannesburg, has passed away at 30 from breast cancer.

Confirming the devastating news on Instagram, former Big Brother Africa star Oneal Madumo shared a statement as the two were very close friends.

Posting a snap of the late reality star, he simply wrote: “The Willers & Friends are sad to announce the passing of their darling, daughter, friend and sister Naledi “Na-Legend” Willers on Tuesday 7th December 2021.”

The statement gave details of her funeral arrangements and that more would be given in due course.

“We appreciate all the kind thoughts and prayers as we continue to struggle to process this tragic loss,” the statement said.

The post has received countless messages from others giving their condolences, with one writing: “May her soul Rest In Peace. Condolences to you guys Oneal.”

Another wrote: “I’m so sorry for loss. What an incredible being.”

A third said: “Deepest condolences to her family and friends. May her soul Rest In Peace.”

 

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Last year, Willers revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, saying on Instagram: “If I look like I’ve just been through a war, it’s because I have. On 29 Nov. 2019 I was diagnosed with stage 2 triple negative breast cancer.

“This was also the day I wrote the last exam of my law degree… while waiting for the call bearing my results. I choose to say: still healing. Still improving. Every day I draw another breath… still WINNING.

“The world buckled down and braced for the impact of COVID-19 while each day I was terrified that an encounter with the virus while on chemotherapy could result in my death due to my compromised immune system.”

She then went on to thank friends, family and loved ones “for being more than any label can ever encompass since we met twelve years ago… but my brother and best friend through it all.”