Connie Ferguson is a well-known actress and producer in Mzansi Magic stories. She has been in the industry for many years, starting with her role as Karabo Moroka on Generations in 1994. Today, she is happily married to Shona Ferguson, but let’s go back to the early 1990s, before she met Shona.

 

In 1993, Connie was married to veteran actor Neo Matsunyane until 1998. They have a daughter together, born on December 31, 1992. Neo was born and raised in Johannesburg, and he is also an actor and director. He is best known for marrying Connie, but he has also directed popular SABC telenovelas like Muvhango, Skeem Saam, and Emzini Wezinsizwa.

In addition to Lesedi, Connie’s daughter with Neo, he also has another daughter named Kgomotso Matsunyane, who is also an actress and occasionally directs films like her father. Lesedi has followed in her father’s footsteps and is also an actress.

Despite being divorced, Connie and Neo have remained friends over the years. In fact, they still support each other’s careers and work together on various projects. Neo’s daughters have continued his legacy in the entertainment industry, making their own mark in acting and directing.