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'I just want to act!' Actress Kim Engelbrecht reflects on her career as she reveals she still auditions for roles

Most South Africans will still remember Kim Engelbrecht as Lollie from the popular soapie Isidingo, but the actress has now come a long way in her career, as she has now an award-winning actress who has also been nominated on the global stage for
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13 Sep 2024

Tyla trolled for asking Halle Bailey to hold her award at the MTV VMAs

Our pretty girl from Joburg, Tyla, is currently under attack on social media. The multi-award-winning popiano artist is receiving backlash from netizens, one of whom called her an uppity African. It all started when the Water hi
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13 Sep 2024

Anant Singh pays tribute to former minister, Pravin Gordhan

Tributes continue to pour in for ANC stalwart and former minister of Public Enterprises, Pravin Gordhan . The 75-year-old passed away from cancer in the early hours of Friday, September 13, at a hospital, surrounded by his close family m
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13 Sep 2024

Makhadzi to issue a public apology after sign language saga: 'I didn't mean to hurt anyone'

Makhadzi has found herself in hot water after facing criticism for her portrayal of sign language in a recent music video . The award-winning musician is being accused of disrespecting the deaf community in the video for her song Jealous
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13 Sep 2024

Sean 'Diddy' Combs files papers to have $100 million default judgment dismissed

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has filed an emergency motion to challenge an order to pay $100 million (R 1,775,920,000) to man he insisted he has 'never heard of'. The 54-year-old rapper failed to attend a virtual hearing on Monday in connection to
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13 Sep 2024

Shannon Sharpe apologises for explicit Instagram Live incident

SHANNON Sharpe, 56, the National Football League (NFL) legend and podcast host known for his candid interviews and memorable moments, recently found himself in an unexpected spotlight. Famous for everything from his engaging interviews w
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13 Sep 2024

One award at a time! Tyla is filling up her accolades stand with back to back wins

From making history, having the most streamed female African album to collecting awards, Tyla Laura Seethal who is fondly known as Tyla is stopping at nothing when it comes to securing wins. This year alone, she has received five interna
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13 Sep 2024

Laverne Cox unmasks the superficial world of 'Uglies', where beauty rules

Channelling her villainous era with aplomb, Laverne Cox looked regal in her all-black outfit at a recent media junket for Netflixs futuristic sci-fi, Uglies . After introducing myself before our five-minute interview, we dived right into
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12 Sep 2024

Anele Mdoda to host the 2024 DStv Content Creator Awards

Anele Mdoda has been announced as the host for the upcoming DStv Content Creator Awards . Acclaimed for her dynamic personality and sharp wit, the renowned media personality promises to guide attendees through a memorable evening as the
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12 Sep 2024

Jon Bon Jovi saves 'distraught' woman from ledge of a bridge

Musician Jon Bon Jovi was shooting a music video in Nashville near to the Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge when they noticed a woman in distress. In CCTV footage made available online by Nashville police, the Bon Jovi frontman and a produc
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12 Sep 2024

Major League DJz, Black Coffee and other Mzansi DJs score nominations at the 2024 DJ Awards

Top South African DJs are among other international DJs who will be recognised at the 2024 DJ Awards. Major League DJz, DJ Black Coffee, DJ Euphonic also known as Themba and Kelvin Momo have scored nominations in the Afro category.
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12 Sep 2024

Justin Timberlake agrees plea deal following June arrest

Justin Timberlake has agreed a plea deal in his driving while intoxicated case. The 43-year-old pop star was arrested in Sag Harbor, New York, in June for allegedly driving while under the influence. His lawyer and prosecutors have repor
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12 Sep 2024