Star 2024-05-29

ACTRESS Linda Mtoba’s roles in The River series and the movie One Night kwa Mxolisi have won her widespread recognition. This praise saw her landing her first lead role last month as the star of BET Africa’s new daily drama, Queendom. On the local series, which celebrates the strength, resilience and power of women who shape their destinies, Mtoba plays Ntandokayise Mthombeni. Queendom has been hailed for offering a refreshingly authentic portrayal of women in black communities. Mtoba said South African women, in particular, play a pivotal role in their communities and families. “It’s not just about running the household, it’s about owning property, making financial decisions and shaping the future for themselves and their loved ones,” she explained. And with an increasing number of women acquiring more stature in…

AFROSOUL HOUSE singer and songwriter SPHEMusic is back in the spotlight with her new single, Do Better. Do Better tells the story of a woman negotiating the aftermath of a break-up, growing from initial insecurity to the self-realisation that she deserves better. The song was written as a self-affirmation and a channel for her deepest emotions. With a blend of soulful melodies and poignant lyrics, it aims to enchant audiences globally, telling her personal journey through love and loss. Reflecting on the song, the Beautiful album-maker said: “I wrote this song during a period of introspection following a break-up. However, through healing, I recognised my worth and understood that not every relationship is meant to last. It’s a lesson in resilience and self-discovery. Writing this song felt like a cathartic…

Natasha Thahane’s name is being strewn across social media after her soccer star baby daddy Thembinkosi Lorch’s recent live stream. In the video which is currently trending on X, Lorch can be seen partying at a pub with two unknown women. He takes turns holding each woman while dancing in front of the camera. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder and Thahane had secretly dated since 2021. They went on to have a son together and eventually called it quits in February. At the time, the Blood and Water star wrote: “A brief update: Thembinkosi Lorch and I have mutually decided to part ways romantically. “Despite the change in our relationship, we will remain friends and co-parents.” She added that she was looking forward to this new chapter in her life. Despite…

THE Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 14 cast has been revealed. We’ve got the juicy deets on who’s returning and the new faces joining the diamond holders. While we’re still scratching our heads over the drama from last season, especially Kyle Richards and her whole marriage situation (and her “platonic friend” Morgan Wade), there’s no denying the intrigue. Richards, still dealing with her estranged hubby Mauricio Umansky, spilt some tea on The Bitch Bible podcast, saying: “I think I need to take a beat ... If someone flirts with me at a red light, I will hit the gas and go through the red light.” But enough about Richards’ drama. Season 14 will see the return of Garcelle Beauvais, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Kyle Richards (of course) and Sutton…

It might not be everyone’s dream to rub elbows with Kim Kardashian but some of us are out there living our best lives with international A-listers. Case in point: Boity Thulo is absolutely killing it abroad, mingling with the crème de la crème, including the one and only Kim K. Thulo attended The Lion King’s 30th anniversary celebrations, a star-studded event because, let’s be real, The Lion King is nothing short of iconic. The legendary Lebo M, who played a huge role in the film’s success, even blessed the audience with a performance. The rapper took to Instagram to give us all a peek at her fabulous night with some photos from the event and, of course, didn’t miss the chance to snap a pic with the reality TV star.…

Baby Cele is joining the second season of Sibongile & The Dlaminis as Samkelisiwe, Bab’ Ntombela’s sister, and it looks like she is set to shake things up for her former friends Deliwe and Phetheni (Slindile Nodangala and Ayanda Borotho). They met as young women and connected over their shared experience of being scammed, but she got the short end of the stick in this friendship trio, which set her on a path for revenge. Cele has earned widespread praise in the industry and earlier this year, she bowed out of the hit local soapie Uzalo, after being on the show for seven years. She has also starred in productions like Mzansi Magic’s Ring Of Lies, Saints and Sinners and, more recently, Shaka Ilembe. The…