South African artist Costa Titch collapses and dies

By Phephile Motau

South African artist Costa Titch, real name Costa Tsobanoglou has reportedly died after he collapsed while performing at Ultra South Africa at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg.

According to unconfirmed reports on Twitter, the artist who is popularly known for his songs including ‘Big Flex’s’ had a seizure while on stage before he fell and died.

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His demise was reported by Entertainment reporter Kgopolo Phil Mphela. RIP: Costa Titch Nelspruit-born artist and dancer, real name Costa Tsobanoglou, has passed away. He was 27. #RIPCostaTitch”
Costa’s family confirmed the star’s death on Sunday Morning. 

The statement from Costa Titch’s family. #RIPCostaTitch #CostaTitch pic.twitter.com/W6ivkSH5Ll

— Man’s NOT Barry Roux  (@AdvoBarryRoux) March 12, 2023

The artist was once a backing dancer for Cassper Nyovest. He gained popularity with the hit song, which featured AKA and Riky Rick. The cover image of the hit song has been trending on social media as people find it hard to believe that all three have died.

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Riky Rick took his own life in February 2022 while AKA was gunned down on February 10 2023 in Durban on his way to his birthday celebration.

Costa Titch collapsed on stage and died. #RIPCostaTitch #CostaTitch pic.twitter.com/D47MBOJwv7

— Man’s NOT Barry Roux  (@AdvoBarryRoux) March 11, 2023