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Thuso Mbedu
lifestyle

‘My sister and I lost our mother’: Thuso Mbedu tells all [watch]

'Gomora'
Gomora

Emotional Ama Qamata bids farewell to ‘Gomora’ family [WATCH]

Cannes winner
Entertainment

‘We never dared’: Cannes winner says Iran’s next revolution will be female

Thuso Mbedu
Celeb News

‘My sister and I lost our mother’: Thuso Mbedu tells all [watch]

'Gomora'
Gomora

Emotional Ama Qamata bids farewell to ‘Gomora’ family [WATCH]

Cannes winner
Entertainment

‘We never dared’: Cannes winner says Iran’s next revolution will be female

Thuthuka Mthembu
Celeb News

‘Don’t kiss my lips’: ‘Uzalo’ actress Thuthuka Mthembu sets boundaries

By Nokuthula Ngcobo13-06-2022 14:57

Uzalo’ actress Thuthuka Mthembu is not comfortable with how some fans carry themselves when they see her in public.

Melanie du Bois
Celeb News

Melanie du Bois bids acting career goodbye due to chronic illness

By Nokuthula Ngcobo31-05-2022 08:20

Former ‘7de Laan’ and ‘Arendsvlei’ actress, Melanie du Bois is leaving her onscreen love to focus on her other passions.

Khanya Mkangisa and Desmond Williams
Celeb News

‘Unmarried’ actress Khanya Mkangisa boo’d up with her new man [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo02-05-2022 15:51

Khanya Mkangisa’s new man Desmond Williams – who is a divorcee and a father – has been sharing pics and videos of the two of them together.

Thandiwe Newton and Ol Parker
Celeb News

Thandiwe Newton ‘struggling’ after marriage split, hubby seen without ring

By Nokuthula Ngcobo22-04-2022 11:17

Oliver Parker stepped out without his wedding ring amid rumours his marriage of 24 years to Thandiwe Newton is over.

Nozi Langa
Soapies

‘Skeem Saam’ actress Nozi Langa to star in Mzansi Magic’s ‘Umbuso’

By Nokuthula Ngcobo03-04-2022 10:14

The actress who plays Glenda on ‘Skeem Saam’ is spreading her wings in a new series. Here’s what to expect from Nozi Langa in ‘Umbuso’…

Buhle Samuels
Celeb News

Halala! Former ‘Muvhango’ actress Buhle Samuels ties the knot [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo27-03-2022 08:09

Actress Buhle Samuels, who is known for her role as Matshidiso on ‘Muvhango’, got married in a beautiful traditional ceremony on Saturday.

Florence Masebe and her daughter, Monthati
Celeb News

Florence Masebe reacts to daughter’s debut on ‘Generations: The Legacy’

By Nokuthula Ngcobo22-03-2022 15:02

The veteran actress’s Daughter, Monthati Masebe, received praise from the star and other actress in the industry.

Meghan Markle
Celeb News

Watch: Meghan Markle’s father vows to testify against her

By Nokuthula Ngcobo15-03-2022 11:08

‘I would be more than happy to,’ Thomas Markle said about giving evidence against his daughter Meghan Markle in court.

Sthandwa Nzuza
Celeb News

Divorce woes: Actress Sthandwa Nzuza threatens to expose ex-husband

By Nokuthula Ngcobo03-03-2022 10:27

Actress and radio presenter Sthandwa Nzuza says she is ready to tell-all about her estranged husband whom she alleges abused her.

Refilwe Modiselle
Celeb News

‘Stop calling me an albino’: Refilwe Modiselle says the word is derogatory

By Rae Seleme29-11-2021 16:03

Model and actress, Refilwe Modiselle, has asked people to stop using the word “albino” as it’s similar to plants and animals.

DJ and actress, Thuli Phongolo
Celeb News

‘Plastic surgery?’: ‘Before fame’ photo of Thuli Phongolo goes viral

By Rae Seleme01-11-2021 10:36

Tweeps are convinced the DJ had a gluteal augmentation.

Simz-Ngema
Celeb News

‘End of a love story’: SA actress Simz announces split from Tino Chinyani

By Marilynn Manuel12-09-2021 20:05

Mzansi actress Simphiwe ‘Simz’ Ngema has shocked South Africans by announcing that she and long-term boyfriend Tino Chinyani are breaking up

Media personality Thando Thabethe
Celeb News

947’s Thando says she felt no pressure after DJ Fresh’s exit

By Rae Seleme10-09-2021 18:48

Thando Thabethe who took over DJ Fresh’s afternoon drive show on 947 says she didn’t think she was filling someone’s shoes.

'Muvhango' actress Angela Atlang as Itseng Motsamai
Soapies

‘I am not a sex worker, I am just doing my job’: ‘Muvhango’s’ Angela Atlang

By Rae Seleme07-09-2021 12:30

The ‘Muvhango’ actress says she’s been attacked on social media by her fellow church members since she joined the soapie.

Shaleen Surtie-Richards makes
Soapies

Shaleen Surtie-Richards makes final appearance on ‘Arendsvlei’

By Erene Roux26-08-2021 12:48

Shaleen made her first appearance on ‘Arendsvlei’ in 2019 as Muriel Foster and returns for the last time on Thursday, 26 August.

Actress Rami Chuene. Image via Twitter @ramichuene
Celeb News

Rami Chuene: ‘I almost died’ from the COVID-19 vaccine

By Rae Seleme12-08-2021 17:41

The former ‘Muvhango’ actress says she is not discouraging people to get vaccinated, but the first five days after her jab were ‘hell’ and that she used to call her doctor at 1am.

SA’s Kim Engelbrecht shines in
Soapies

SA’s Kim Engelbrecht shines in new crime drama ‘Reyka’ [watch]

By Erene Roux27-07-2021 16:19

Kim Engelbrecht’s latest series, ‘Reyka’, is described as ‘highly gripping and will leave you at the edge of your seat’.

'Rockville' actress Thuli Phongolo
Celeb News

‘Rich and Zulu’: Is actress Thuli Phongolo eyeing Duduzane Zuma?

By Rae Seleme06-07-2021 21:25

‘Rockville’ actress Thuli Phongolo, who was rumoured to be dating Duduzane Zuma, hinted on her Instagram account that she wants to be married to a rich Zulu man…

Team Josh or Charles? Final se
Soapies

Team Josh or Charles? Final season of ‘Younger’ now showing on Showmax

By Erene Roux11-06-2021 14:04

The final season of ‘Younger’ ‘brings back the wit, heart, and binge-ability of the show’s finest moments says critics.

Celebrating an icon: Shaleen S
Celeb News

Celebrating an icon: Shaleen Surtie-Richards’ most iconic roles [watch]

By Erene Roux07-06-2021 12:48

Shaleen Surtie-Richards became a professional actress in 1984 and quickly became one of South Africa’s national treasures.

Life after ‘Friends’: How the
Soapies

Life after ‘Friends’: How the US sitcom made Jennifer Aniston a star

By Erene Roux02-06-2021 15:57

In celebration of ‘Friends: The Reunion’ now streaming on Showmax, here’s a look at Jennifer Aniston’s career throughout.

Lady Lesso: Charlize Theron de
Fashion and Beauty

Lady Lesso: Charlize Theron debuts bright red hair for new role [photos]

By Erene Roux19-05-2021 16:02

From her buzz cut in ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ to her ‘Bombshell’ role as Megyn Kelly, Charlize Theron is no stranger to transforming her image.

Zola Nombona joins the cast of
Celeb News

Zola Nombona joins the cast of ‘Generations: The Legacy’

By Erene Roux05-05-2021 14:27

In some exciting entertaining news, the actress, Zola Nombona will be joining the cast of ‘Generations: The Legacy’.

Nomzamo Mbatha on ‘Coming 2 Am
Celeb News

Nomzamo Mbatha on ‘Coming 2 America’ and adjusting to life in the US

By Erene Roux25-03-2021 10:16

Watch as Nomzamo Mbatha and Trevor Noah talk about her experience of getting her 01 Visa and filming ‘Coming 2 America’.

‘Skeem Saam’: Who is the highe
Celeb News

‘Skeem Saam’: Who is the highest-paid actor in this captivating telenovela?

By Erene Roux23-03-2021 12:45

‘Skeem Saam’ first premiered on SABC1 in 2011 and is one of the most-followed telenovelas in South Africa. Here’s how much the actors earn:

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