Deborah Fraser Biography – Deborah Fraser Wiki
Deborah Fraser was a South African gospel singer. She was also famously referred to as Dr. Deborah Fraser. Her career kicked off in 1985 as a backing singer, and recorded her own album in 2000, titled Abanye Bayombona. The album has sold over 1 million copies. Uhambo is her 10th studio album with 14 songs, including the hit, “Ngeke ngiyeke ukuthandaza”. She won the first SABC Crown Gospel Music award in the Best Female Artist category, among other awards SAMA for the best gospel, Metro award for the best gospel, and Kora for best gospel artist.
In 1984, she relocated to Johannesburg and worked as the backup vocalist for Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Lucky Dube, and Brenda Fassie, Hugh Masekela, Jonas Gwangwa. In the year of 2000, her first studio album Abanye Bayombona was released. After the success of her first album, she was signed by Universal Music. At the 23rd ceremony of the South African Music Awards, her album Uhambo was nominated for Best Traditional Faith Album. On April 12, 2019, her studio album OkaJehova Akanqotshwa was released. In November 2021, the late musician was honored by the Trinity International Bible University with a doctorate of Philosophy in the sacred space of music. In October 2021, she was awarded her doctorate.
Deborah Fraser Age
She was born on June 9, 1965, in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. She then passed on on May 15, 2022. She was 56 years at the time of her death.
Deborah Fraser Husband
The late musician was married to Nigerian pastor Sockey Okeke.
Deborah Fraser Daughter
She is survived by her daughter, Mbuso Fraser.
Deborah Fraser Parents
She was the daughter of Catherine Tshabalala-Fraser.
Deborah Fraser Death
She passed away on May 15, 2022, at the age of 56, at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, after suffering a stroke. In a statement, the family of gospel singer Deborah Fraser confirmed her passing on Sunday, May 15, 2022.
“It is with deep sadness to inform you of the passing of our beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend, and Gospel musician, Deborah Fraser following a short illness. She passed on today (Sunday) after midday, in the presence of her family and friends. As Deborah Fraser’s family we would like to be given space to process and deal with this very tragic situation. The public will be further informed of any developments.” The family requests privacy as they process the news.
She was hospitalized from February to March 2021 and was recently bound to a wheelchair after some health complications and asked for prayers after falling ill on her way to a gig at Klerksdorp in the North West. In an interview with The Cardinal Facts, she stated that she began getting ill and vomiting and her movement coordination did not function well.
“It all began when I started vomiting uncontrollably and I lost my strength. Ever since then, I haven’t been able to walk. I am hopeful that I will walk again. I am seeing a therapist and I am due for physiotherapy next week.”A few years ago, she was diagnosed with diabetes and has had a few health scares. In her previous interview with Drum, she said she sold some of her properties in the city and bought a farm in the South of Johannesburg to live a healthier lifestyle. “I love farm life, and being away from the toxic city,” she said.
“Right now, I am happy, I’m in good shape. I am healthy, you can’t even tell that I am diabetic. I left city life with its drama and stress to live and hide on my farm. I take care of my health. There were too many lies being spread about me to the media and in music circles. The changing world of the music business came with a lot of controversies. I am a straight talker and I learned that it was important to protect my peace and my health by living far from the city. I have peace of mind and my health is great.”
Deborah Fraser Cause of Death
She passed away on May 15, 2022, at the age of 56, at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, after suffering a stroke.
Deborah Fraser Instagram
Her Instagram handle was @dr_deborahfraser.
