Obituary of Danai Gurira

Danai Gurira

Danai Jekesai Gurira (born February 14th, 1978 in Grinnell, Iowa) was a TV Actress who was best known for portraying sword-wielding, Michonne on the American zombie series "The Walking Dead". Danai died on January 29th, 2026 (TBV) and her death was possibly because of an accident.

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Danai Gurira Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Gurira, Danai Jekesai
Common Name: Danai Gurira
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Grinnell, Iowa, United States
Birth Date: February 14, 1978
Age: 47
Also Known As: Danny
Occupation: TV Actress

Nationality: Zimbabwean
Favorite Food: Honey Nut Cheerios
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
Favorite Actor: Kirk Douglas

Danai Jekesai's Family Tree

Father: Roger Gurira
Mother: Josephine Gurira
Brother(s):

Tare Gurira

Sister(s):

Shingai Gurira
Choni Gurira

Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

TV Actress Zimbabwean Born on February 14th Born in 1978 Born in Iowa

Quotable Quotes:

"Get up, stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up, stand up, Don't give up the fight."

"[on preparing to play a sword-wielding zombie slayer in The Walking Dead (2010)] I do have some dings on my apartment wall from tricks I was attempting at home. I don't advise that." (IMDB)

"Danai Jekesai Gurira, the actress and activist who was killed in a bus accident on January 25, died of her injuries. (V)"

"Danai Jekesai Gurira's life was one of courage, resilience, and inspiring strength that will continue to live on through her legacy, long after her departure from this world. (V)"

"Danai Jekesai Gurira was a highly successful and respected actress, playwright, and activist who tragically passed away at a young age, leaving behind a legacy of powerful performances and impactful contributions to the world of entertainment. (V)"

Is Ms. Danai Jekesai Gurira still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has not passed away.