Everybody hurts... Dealing with grief has been a reality for most during the pandemic but each person mourns in their own way and that should be respected Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi
REAL housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes continued to work when husband Gregg Leakes was on his deathbead. | BANG SHOWBIZ
AMID the pandemic, dealing with grief is a reality and for many people saying their last goodbyes and dealing with loss is a process that must be managed. The mourning period is amplified when you are a public figure and have to remain in the spotlight during this difficult time. It was on social media platforms that Real Housewives of Atlanta star Nene Leakes was judged when she decided to continue working during her husband Gregg’s last days and also after he died. She continued working at her restaurant, The Linnethia Lounge, where she said Gregg was on his death bed. He was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2018. When racing driver Gugu Zulu died, his wife, Letsego, continued her fitness regime. She received backlash for posting images of herself in a training bra and gym tights, instead of black clothes. Actress and producer Connie Ferguson has also done things her own way and is leaning on Bible Scriptures to deal with the passing of her husband, Shona. She is also active on social media, which some have frowned upon. Grief can be experienced before the loved one dies, which may be common with a loved one who had a terminal illness or has been sick for a while. Anticipatory grief is the deep sadness that is often felt during the last days of life. It is often experienced by the loved ones of someone who is nearing death, and the person who is dying.
