SA actress, Ashley Callie dies

Date: 15 Feb 2014
Updated: 30 Sep 2019

Actress Ashley Callie, most famous for her portrayal of Leonie Haines in the soap opera Isidingo, died on 15 February 2008. Callie was involved in a head on collision with another car. She suffered head injuries and underwent surgery the next day to relieve pressure on her brain. Though she was reported to be in a stable condition after the surgery, she passed away six days later. Callie studied drama at Wits University and held an honours degree in Dramatic Arts. She had won a South African Film and Television Award (SAFTA) for best actress shortly before she died. She was posthumously awarded the Mzansi Star Actress Award on 29 February 2008.

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01Various, Ashley Callie: The talented actress. The beautiful person. Our love and support, from Ashley Callie, [online], Available at www.ashleycallie.co.za [Accessed: 29 January 2014]
02Brandon, M., Tears and memories as hundreds bid Callie farewell, from Mail & Guardian, [online], Available at mg.co.za [Accessed: 29 January 2014]

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