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AKA's murder case
lifestyle

From AKA to Costa Titch: SA celebrities who died in 2023

Costa Titch: rising white SA rap star who embraced black hip-hop
Celeb News

Family postpones Costa Titch’s memorial service, here’s why

Costa Titch and Akon
Celeb News

‘We’ve lost a brother’: Akon saddened by Costa Titch’s death

AKA's murder case
Celeb News

From AKA to Costa Titch: SA celebrities who died in 2023

Costa Titch: rising white SA rap star who embraced black hip-hop
Celeb News

Family postpones Costa Titch’s memorial service, here’s why

Costa Titch and Akon
Celeb News

‘We’ve lost a brother’: Akon saddened by Costa Titch’s death

You're Welcome
Celeb News

AKA on how Costa Titch helped him out of depression [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo13-03-2023 10:13

A video of slain rapper AKA speaking about the positive impact late artist and dancer Costa Titch had on his depression has surfaced.

Costa Titch dies shortly after AKA
Celeb News

AKA tells Costa Titch ‘come with me’ in heartbreaking clip [watch]

By Marilynn Manuel12-03-2023 16:25

South Africans have reacted sadly to an old video of late rapper AKA telling amapiano star Costa Titch ‘come with me’.

Slik Talk
Celeb News

Slik Talk slammed for ‘killing’ DJ PH [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo12-03-2023 13:34

YouTube podcaster Slik Talk has been slammed for his tribute to late rapper and dancer Costa Titch after also mentioning DJ PH.

Lynn
Celeb News

AKA’s mum Lynn on unhelpful comments she receives [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo06-03-2023 17:37

AKA’s mum, Lynn Forbes, says coming to terms with his death is difficult. She shares five things not to say to a person who is mourning.

Pearl Shongwe
Celeb News

‘We suspect a drug overdose’: Police on Pearl Shongwe’s death

By Nokuthula Ngcobo05-03-2023 10:02

Police reportedly confiscated drugs when they combed out late Metro FM news anchor Pearl Shongwe’s home in November when she passed.

Chef Lentswe
Celeb News

RIP: ‘The Great SA Bake Off’s’ Chef Lentswe has died

By Nokuthula Ngcobo01-03-2023 11:29

#RIPChefLentswe: The Bhengu and Mafoko families have announced the untimely passing of ‘KFC Taste Chicken’s’ Chef Lentswe Bhengu.

Mark Pilgrim
News

Did THEE Mark Pilgrim pass away? – Here’s what we know

By Nokwanda Ncwane09-02-2023 23:04

Rumours have been circulating that beloved HOT102.7 radio DJ Mark Pilgrim passed away, but did he really die?

Vusi Ma R5
Celeb News

More details surrounding Bacardi king Vusi Ma R5’s murder

By Nokuthula Ngcobo31-01-2023 12:25

Police are investigating the murder of Bacardi musician Vusi Ma R5 who was shot and killed in Soshanguve on Monday.

Angela Bassett
Celeb News

Angela Bassett’s son apologises for viral TikTok death hoax [watch]

By Nokuthula Ngcobo04-01-2023 14:41

The ‘Black Panther’ actress’ son apologised for participating in a fake celebrity death trend in which he claimed Michael B Jordan had died.

Ellen DeGeneres and DJ tWitch
Celeb News

RIP Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss: Ellen DeGeneres pays tribute to DJ

By Nokuthula Ngcobo15-12-2022 07:23

Celebrities including Michelle Obama and Justin Timberlake have paid tribute to DJ tWitch who passed away after an alleged suicide.

DJ Sumbody
Celeb News

Who was DJ Sumbody? 5 facts about the murdered Amapiano star

By Nokuthula Ngcobo22-11-2022 16:18

From his age to his businesses and music. Here are 5 things to know about DJ Sumbody who was gunned down on Sunday, 20 November.

Somizi and DJ Sumbody
Celeb News

‘It will look like we’re in heaven’: DJ Sumbody’s last words to Somizi

By Nokuthula Ngcobo21-11-2022 13:03

Somizi paid tribute to his friend DJ Sumbody by sharing a video and the last conversation they had the day before he was brutally murdered

DJ Sumbody
Celeb News

‘Check on Cassper’: Fans worried following DJ Sumbody’s death

By Nokuthula Ngcobo20-11-2022 12:36

Fans are sending rapper Cassper Nyovest messages of condolences following the passing of his friend and musician DJ Sumbody.

DJ Sumbody
Celeb News

Who was DJ Sumbody? 5 things to know about Amapiano pioneer

By Nokuthula Ngcobo20-11-2022 09:15

From his many businesses to his music career. Here are 5 things to know about DJ Sumbody who was gunned down on Sunday, 20 November.

Dj Sumbody
Celeb News

RIP | Amapiano artist DJ Sumbody dies: Post your condolences

By Nokuthula Ngcobo20-11-2022 07:31

The South African music industry has woken up to the sad news that amapiano musician DJ Sumbody has died. RIP.

Dj Sumbody
Celeb News

RIP: Amapiano artist DJ Sumbody has died

By Nokuthula Ngcobo20-11-2022 07:10

The Sefoka family and Sumsounds Music Management have confirmed the sad passing of musician and businessman DJ Sumbody.

Jennifer Aniston
Celeb News

Jennifer Aniston mourns death of her father and actor John

By Nokuthula Ngcobo15-11-2022 11:46

‘Friends’ alum Jennifer Aniston paid a moving tribute to her father and ‘Days of Our Lives’ legend John Anthony Aniston.

Dinky Bliss
Celeb News

Who was Dinky Bliss? 5 facts about the late #BBMzansi housemate

By Nokuthula Ngcobo13-11-2022 20:10

RIP: From her real name to her place of birth and her marital status, here are five things to know about Dinky Bliss.

Pearl Shongwe
Celeb News

‘Allow me to deal with the pain’: Tbo Touch on losing Pearl Shongwe

By Nokuthula Ngcobo09-11-2022 13:15

Tbo Touch shared an emotional tribute from US preacher Bishop Noel Jones and asked for time to deal with the pain of losing Pearl Shongwe.

Pearl Shongwe
Celeb News

RIP Pearl Shongwe: Tributes pour in following newsreader’s passing

By Nokuthula Ngcobo08-11-2022 20:21

‘When death visits, it is never pleasant for anyone:’: Metro FM news anchor Pearl Shongwe was found dead in her home.

Takeoff
Celeb News

Takeoff’s death: Police looking for armed man in shooting video

By Nokuthula Ngcobo03-11-2022 10:40

Police say a man who was seen holding a gun a few seconds before Migos rapper Takeoff was shot and killed is a person of interest.

Mihlali
Celeb News

Mihlali slammed for inboxing Quavo amid news of Takeoff’s murder

By Nokuthula Ngcobo02-11-2022 09:38

‘Clout’s one hell of a drug’: Mihlali’s message to Migos’ Quavo, after losing his nephew and group member Takeoff, is labelled ‘distasteful’.

Reggie Matlaila
Fashion and Beauty

RIP: Celeb fashion designer Reggie Matlaila has died

By Nokuthula Ngcobo31-10-2022 15:10

Reggie Matlaila (Molamu) has previously dressed celebrities such as Zahara, Cici, Jessica Nkosi and Zikhona Sodlaka.

Robbie Coltrane
Celeb News

RIP Hagrid: ‘Harry Potter’ star Robbie Coltrane was in ‘constant pain’

By Nokuthula Ngcobo16-10-2022 06:51

‘Harry Potter’ actor Robbie Coltrane had previously opened up about his illness which left him in a wheelchair and ‘pain 24 hours a day.’

Lumko Johnson
Celeb News

RIP: Former YoTV presenter Lumko Johnson has passed away

By Nokuthula Ngcobo14-09-2022 21:56

Radio and TV producer Lumko Johnson’s passing was confirmed in a statement by the star’s family on Wednesday night.

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