Charlbi Dean

2022 - 8 - 31

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Charlbi Dean Dies: 'Triangle Of Sadness' Actor Was 32 (Deadline)

Charlbi Dean, the South African model and actor currently starring in the Palme d'Or-winning Triangle of Sadness, died Monday in New York City of an ...

[‘Triangle Of Sadness’ Trailer: Luxury Cruise Sinks The Uber-Rich In Ruben Östlund’s Palme-Winning Comedy](https://deadline.com/video/triangle-of-sadness-trailer-ruben-ostlunds-palme-winning-comedy/) After guesting on a 2017 episode of CBS’ Sherlock Holmes drama Elementary, she was cast in the CW’s Black Lightning as Syonide, an orphan-turned-assassin who was trained by Tobias Whale (Marvin “Krondon” Jones III). Born Charlbi Dean Kriek on February 5, 1990 in Cape Town, Dean began modeling at age 6 and got her screen start in the 2010 South African boarding-school comedy Spud, starring John Cleese and Troye Sivan from writer-director Donovan Marsh. [Cannes Review: Ruben Ostlund’s ‘Triangle Of Sadness’](https://deadline.com/2022/05/triangle-of-sadness-cannes-film-review-ruben-ostlund-woody-harrelson-1235029662/) [Charlbi Dean](https://deadline.com/tag/charlbi-dean/), the South African model and actor who had a breakout role in the 2022 [Palme d’Or-winning](https://deadline.com/2022/05/cannes-film-festival-2022-winners-full-list-1235035036/) [Triangle of Sadness](https://deadline.com/tag/triangle-of-sadness/) and recurred on [the CW](https://deadline.com/tag/the-cw/)’s [Black Lightning](https://deadline.com/tag/black-lightning/), died Monday in New York City of an unexpected sudden illness. [Acquired by Neon out of Cannes](https://deadline.com/2022/05/triangle-of-sadness-film-from-ruben-ostlund-acquired-by-neon-1235031705/), it’s set for an October 7 theatrical release in the U.S.

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Charlbi Dean, model and Triangle of Sadness actor, dies aged 32 (The Guardian)

The South African actor, who has a co-starring turn in the Palme d'Or winning satire, died of an unexpected illness in New York City.

She is perhaps best known for playing a Syonide, a recurring character on the CW series Black Lightning starting in 2018. Charlbi Dean, the South African actor and model currently starring in festival circuit hit Triangle of Sadness, died on Monday at a New York City hospital of a sudden illness at the age of 32, Variety The up-and-coming actor had a co-starring role in Triangle of Sadness, which was awarded the Palme d’Or at the

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Charlbi Dean, 'Triangle of Sadness' and 'Black Lightning' actor, dies ... (NBC News)

Charlbi Dean, a young, up-and-coming South African actor who most recently starred in this year's Palme d'Or winner “Triangle of Sadness,” died Monday in ...

It will also screen at the Toronto International Film Festival and the New York Film Festival. The movie was a hit at the Cannes Film Festival and is set to be released in the U.S. She played the highly skilled assassin Syonide throughout nine episodes over two seasons.

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RIP Charlbi Dean, Triangle Of Sadness star (The A.V. Club)

The lead of the Palme d'Or winner has died of a sudden illness at the age of 32.

The film’s set for an October 7 theatrical release in the U.S. Triangle of Sadness will soon screen at the Toronto Film Festival and has been selected for the 2022 New York Film Festival. Her other film credits include the sci-fi flick Blood In The Water, Don’t Sleep, and Porthole.

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'Triangle of Sadness' Actor, Model Charlbi Dean Dies At 32 (Bloomberg)

New York (AP) -- Charlbi Dean, the South African actor and model who had a breakout role in “Triangle of Sadness,” which won this year's top prize at the ...

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Charlbi Dean, Star of 2022 Palme d'Or Winner Triangle of Sadness ... (Vulture)

Charlbi Dean, the model and actress best known for her starring role in the upcoming film 'Triangle of Sadness' and 'Black Lightning' is dead at 32.

Triangle of Sadness made its Cannes premiere this year, winning the prestigious [Palme d’Or](https://www.vulture.com/2022/05/cannes-palme-d-or-winners-list-2022.html) and getting acquired by [Parasite](https://www.vulture.com/2019/10/parasite-movie-review-bong-joon-hos-latest-film.html) distributor [Neon](https://www.vulture.com/2022/08/neon-exploring-sale-independent-distributor.html). [Triangle of Sadness](https://www.vulture.com/2022/05/ruben-stlunds-triangle-of-sadness-makes-say-blech.html), in which she plays Yaya, an influencer who gets invited on a yacht with her model boyfriend, Carl (Harris Dickinson). [Triangle of Sadness](https://www.vulture.com/2022/08/triangle-of-sadness-trailer-release-date.html), is dead at 32, Vulture has confirmed. She died of a sudden illness, though the specific illness has not yet been identified, according to [TMZ](https://www.tmz.com/2022/08/30/south-african-actress-charlbi-dean-dead-dies/). She later reprised her role in Spud 2: The Madness Continues in 2013. In 2006, she was the South African face of Gavin Rajah’s Paris couture show, the first South African collection to show in Paris, according to the South African [Sunday Times](https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/2009-09-01-top--model-in-horror-crash/).

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Charlbi Dean, star of Cannes standout 'Triangle of Sadness,' dead at ... (CNN)

Charlbi Dean, an actress whose star had just begun to rise with a starring role in Palme d'Or winner "Triangle of Sadness," has died, a representative for ...

Dean's role in "Triangle of Sadness" was her biggest to date, especially following the film's positive reception at Cannes. and telling director Ruben Östlund, "you're the GOAT I'm forever thankful for you for trusting me to be apart of your genius." She went on to have other film roles, as well as a recurring role on the CW's "Black Lightning" as the character Syonide.

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South Africa actor and model Charlbi Dean dies at 32 | Africanews (Africanews English)

Dean died on Monday from a sudden unexpected disease, according to a statement released on Tuesday by her representatives.

Like, anything is just a cherry on on top at this point for me, you know?" So I was like, for me, I'm like, I've already won. Like I'm already at Cannes with the movie.

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'Triangle of Sadness' actor, model Charlbi Dean dies at 32 (Los Angeles Times)

Charlbi Dean had a recurring role as the assassin Syonide on the DC Comics TV series 'Black Lightning,' which aired on the CW from 2018 to 2021.

At the festival, before the film won the award, Dean told the Associated Press: “For me, I’m like, I’ve already won. I’m already at Cannes with the movie. and most of Europe in October. Anything is just a cherry on top at this point for me, you know?” It also stars Woody Harrelson as the ship’s captain. The film won the Palme d’Or at Cannes in May and opens in the U.S.

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Charlbi Dean Death “A Shock And A Tragedy,” Says 'Triangle of ... (Deadline)

Ruben Ostlund, the Swedish director of the Palme d'Or winning film Triangle of Sadness that should have marked a breakthrough in the career of co-star ...

Prior to Triangle of Sadness, Dean was best known for playing Syonide, a recurring character on The CW’s DC Comics-based series Black Lightning. Acquired by Neon out of Cannes, it’s set for an October 7 theatrical release in the U.S. “It is an honor to have gotten to know and work with her.

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Ruben Östlund Remembers 'Triangle of Sadness' Actress Charlbi ... (IndieWire)

"Triangle of Sadness" director Ruben Östlund shared an emotional tribute to late model-actress Charlbi Dean after her sudden death.

Cannes winner “Triangle of Sadness” is set to screen at the 2022 Toronto Film Festival and the 2022 New York Film Festival. “It has been a gift to bear witness to her incredible talent in TRIANGLE OF SADNESS among many others.” She regularly shared photos alongside friend, fellow actress, and “Blonde” star Ana de Armas. “It is an honor to have gotten to know and work with her. “Charlbi’s sudden passing is a shock and a tragedy,” Östlund wrote. Östlund took to

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Charlbi Dean: Tributes to film and TV 'star-in-the-making' after death ... (BBC News)

South African actress and model Charlbi Dean, who starred in award-winning film Triangle of Sadness and TV series Black Lightning, has died at the age of 32 ...

[Jeremy O Harris](https://twitter.com/jeremyoharris/status/1564656817351053312) described the late actress as a "true talent". Speaking about the film before it was crowned at Cannes, Dean told the Associated Press: "For me, I'm like, I've already won. [Robert Daniels tweeted](https://twitter.com/812filmreviews/status/1564685917511720960) that the news was "very tragic". Triangle of Sadness is a biting social satire that sees models and the ultra-rich have their status undermined by unexpected events. "Charlbi had a care and sensitivity that lifted her colleagues and the entire film crew. Her loss is a huge one."

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'Triangle Of Sadness' star Charlbi Dean dies aged 32; Ruben ... (Screen International)

Charlbi Dean, the South African model and actor who starred in Palme d'Or winner Triangle Of Sadness, has died following a sudden illness. She was 32.

At this difficult time, my thoughts go out to her loved ones, her family and her fiance Luke.” Ostlund paid tribute to Dean, saying: ”Charlbi’s sudden passing is a shock and a tragedy. It is an honour to have gotten to know and work with her.

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Charlbi Dean, 'Triangle of Sadness' and 'Black Lightning' Actor, Dies ... (Variety)

Charlbi Dean, who most recently starred in 'Triangle of Sadness,' died Monday from an unexpected illness. She was 32.

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Charlbi Dean, Star of 'Triangle of Sadness,' Dies at 32 (The New York Times)

A South African-born actress and model, she had a breakout role in the satirical “Triangle of Sadness,” due in theaters in the fall.

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Charlbi Dean's Brother Recalls 'Extremely Loving' Actress, Shoots ... (Rolling Stone)

Alex Jacobs says family still awaiting autopsy results after Triangle of Sadness actress died suddenly Monday from apparent "viral infection in her lungs".

He was with her, as close as he could be.” She then died in a matter of hours, Jacobs says, with the exact cause of her death still pending an autopsy that was underway Wednesday. “We love him so much,” he says. If the call ended, she’d call her back immediately and say I didn’t get to say goodbye to you,” he says. “They removed her spleen. I think that’s completely ridiculous and extremely naïve.”

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