Connie Ferguson
South African actress, filmmaker, producer, and businesswoman
Connie Ferguson (born Constance Masilo) is a celebrated South African-Motswana actress, filmmaker, producer, and businesswoman. She is widely recognised for her iconic role as Karabo Moroka on the long-running soap opera Generations. Personal Profile Full Name: Constance Connie Ferguson (née Masilo) Date of Birth: 10 June 1970 Place of Birth: Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa Nationality: South African and Motswana Education: She holds a degree in Drama and Performing Arts from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Family: Parents: Fish and Margaret Masilo. Spouses: Married to actor Neo Matsunyane (1993–1998) and later to Shona Ferguson (2001 until his death in 2021). Children: Two daughters, Lesedi Matsunyane-Ferguson and Alicia Angel Ferguson. Professional Career Acting: Best known for Generations (1994–2010, 2014, 2023). Other major roles include Harriet Khoza in The Queen and Marang Lebone in The Wild. Ferguson Films: In 2010, she co-founded Ferguson Films with her late husband, Shona Ferguson. The company has produced hit shows such as Rockville, The Queen, The River, and the Netflix series Kings of Jo’burg. Business Ventures: She owns the brands Connie Bodycare and Connie M Eyewear. Her products are available on platforms like Takealot. Accolades: She was featured on the cover of Forbes Woman Africa in 2018 and recently received the Media Icon Award at the 2024 Forbes Woman Africa Awards. Lifestyle & Fitness Connie is well-known for her commitment to a healthy lifestyle and intense fitness regime, often sharing her gym sessions with her large following