CHARLBI Dean, star of the DC series Black Lightning, has died at the age of 32. The South African actress and model passed away yesterday from an “unexpected, sudden illlness”, her rep confirmed. GettyCharlbi Dean has died at the age of 32[/caption] A source reported that Dean died at a hospital in New York City, although the exact cause of her death has not been announced. Dean starred in the superhero show “Black Lightning” on The CW Network, playing the role of Syonide. Her character was an assassin anti-hero with bulletproof skin and incredible combat skills. Her work also includes the films “Blood in the Water,” “Don’t Sleep,” “An Interview with God,” “Porthole” and “Triangle of Sadness.” Most read in World News UK THREAT Putin's commander says Russia can only win by 'WIPING out UK' in chilling message KID YOU NOT Pupils to be hit with wooden paddle as schools bring back corporal punishment HOLIDAY HORROR Sea turtle attacked me & dragged me under - I thought I was going to die MONSTER MATES Ghislaine Maxwell 'best pals with double-murderer' after meeting in prison RUSSIA'S TANKING Moment Ukraine breaks through Russia's defence in spectacular fightback BANGED UP ABROAD Brit woman arrested for smuggling 'ten kilos of cocaine' through airport