Gloria Bosman (born 31st October 1973, age: 50 years when died) was a popular Jazz, African, Rock, and Gospel Vocalist, Producer, Composer, Vocal Coach, and Music Educator from South Africa. She has remained famous among her fans for winning the Best Newcomer award at the South African Music Awards when she launched her debut album ‘Tranquility’ in 1991. Just like this her songs ‘Too Much heaven’, ‘Play me The Love Songs’, ‘We Stand Together’ and others remained famous among her fans.
She has been noted by many popular composers, musicians, directors, and producers for her appearance in the KKNK, Aardklop, Skousple, and much another music festival of all time in South Africa.
In her long successful career as a vocalist, she has performed in countries like Angola, Nigeria, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Swaziland, London, France, Finland, Amsterdam, Australia, Chile, Argentina, Peru, and Venezuela. But this legendary singer of South Africa died on 14th march 2023.
Gloria Bosman died due to a long Illness
On 14th March 2023, the whole music industry of South Africa mourned the death of singer Gloria Bosman. She died at the age of 50 only. Her death news was confirmed by her family member when they made an official statement.
“After a short illness, she transcended peacefully at her home, surrounded by family,” the family said in a statement. “Gloria had devoted her life, not just to her family, but to her music, she was loved and adored by many here in South Africa and beyond its borders.”
Later after her death confirmation Family shared about her funeral services which were organized at Soweto Theatre, Cnr Bolani Link and Bolani Road, Jabulani, Soweto, 1868 on 17th March 2023
Biography (Early Life & Education)
Sharing about Gloria Bosman’s birthplace then she was born in Mofolo, Johannesburg. Later she was raised by her family in Pimville, Soweto. her birthdate was 31st October 1973.
Gloria Bosman begins singing in the Church Choir. Along with learning singing skills, she gained a good education from African Institute.
On her LinkedIn, she disclosed that she went to TUT Ishwane to get training in Opera singing and vocal art. She ended her high school at Lofentse Girls High School.
Gloria grabbed a diploma from TUT (Tshwane University of Technology), Pretoria in Vocal Art and Opera.
Wiki & Bio
Full Real Name | Gloria Bosman |
Nickname | Gloria |
Popular for | Being a South African Jazz Singer |
Language | English |
School Name | Lofentse Girls High School. |
University | TUT (Tshwane University of Technology), Pretoria |
Education | Vocal Art and Opera |
Profession | Singing |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Nationality | South African |
Ethnicity | South African |
Net worth | $1.5 million USD |
Age (as of 2023) | 50 years old. |
Date of Birth | 31st October 1973 |
Place of Birth | Mofolo, Johannesburg |
Family, Siblings (Nationality & Ethnicity)
What we came to know about Gloria Bosman is that she got involved in a music career just because of her parent’s blessing.
Her mother whose name she revealed as Victoria Bosman used to sing in a church choir. From her mother, she inherited her singing skills. She once shared her father’s picture playing the saxophone. Let us tell you that her father use to play the saxophone at Church and at other places. Her father George Bosman played Saxophone for “Brooklyn Brothers,”
She once shared her childhood picture with her two elder mothers and a mother. Her one brother’s name is Siyabulela Abram Bosman (The Bhema) he works at Tsebo Business Development. Her second brother’s name is Madodanele David Bosman. Madodanele David Bosman completed his degree from The University of South Africa.
Nationality | South African |
Religion | Christianity |
Ethnicity | African |
Sister | Not Known |
Brother | Siyabulela Abram Bosman Madodanele David Bosman. |
Mother | Victoria Bosman |
Father | George Bosman |
Gloria Bosman Husband, Boyfriend & Relationships
Gloria Bosman has married a person name Noxolo Hlatshwayo. But her husband died earlier in 2011. Her husband well-known South African musician and producer who was also a member of the band Joy. Gloria and Noxolo worked together for long years before Noxolo died.
Gloria was the mother of her daughter Boikarabelo SipheSihle Bosman. her daughter has always remained an inspiration for her.
Boikarabelo SipheSihle Bosman has been working as a Sales and Marketing Team Assistant at Adcock Ingram Critical Care since August 2020. Boikarabelo SipheSihle Bosman also has one daughter and is married.
Reports also shared that Gloria was a mother to her son named Mzamo but we do not find any picture of her with her son. People have asked about Gloria Bosman’s husband and kids since she got died.
Son, Daughter & Personal Life
Relationship Status | Widow |
Marital Status | Widow |
Husband Name | Noxolo Hlatshwayo |
Children | Son- Mzamo Daughter– Boikarabelo SipheSihle Bosman |
Boyfriend’s Name | Noxolo Hlatshwayo |
Career
Gloria Bosman’s career made her a popular name in South African music media. She once performed in Algeria as part of the PAN African Festival. Her singing talent helped her for being a co-presenter of a show called Jazz Indaba. This show of hers use to be aired on ETV earlier. She remained a brand amabassador of Joy Bingers/Abaleth‟Injabulo.
Earning high and getting successful in her singing career supported Gloria in founding her record company. Her record company name is BOM Black Owned Music) Records. She also owned a publishing company called Bosman Music.
As a respected singer, she got invited to host many shows on a Christian Community radio station, Rainbow FM.
After winning her first awards Best Newcomer award at the South African Music Awards she made it to win her second award at Sama Awards. Gloria was a two-time winner of Africa-wide Kora awards.
Throughout her life, she remained honored to perform with singers and celebrities like Hugh Masekela, Sibongile Khumalo, and Moses Molelekwa, as well as Zimbabwe’s Oliver Mutukudzi.
As a veteran and a legend in the music industry, Glora got honored to become a member of the board of the South African Music Rights Organization.
Her journey as a vocalist made her the most demanded singer of all time helping her to earn high. After she died she left a net worth of 1.5 million USD for her family approximately.
Facts About Gloria Bosman
- For the ‘Songs of Migration,” she performed with Hugh Masekela at the Market Theatre and the Joburg Theatre in 20011 and in 2013.
- Gloria was also honored to do theatre work for Porgy & Bess.
- She also remained a nominee for Naledi Awards.
- She joined the theatrical production, African Songbook in 2010.
- She last performed at Guild Theatre as per her Instagram post.
- Gloria was good at playing Guitar.
- She received gifts from a brand called Avon South Africa in November 2022.
Profiles
Q&A
Who is Gloria Bosman?
She was a singer from South Africa who died on 14th march 2023.
When was Gloria Bosman born?
She was born on 31st October 1973.
When did Gloria Bosman died?
She dies on 14th March 2023.
Who is Gloria Bosman’s daughter?
Her daughter’s name is Boikarabelo SipheSihle Bosman.
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