By Katlego Sekhu Somizi turns down R1 million in cash from Bathu founder Theo Baloyi on his reality show. A couple of years ago, while trying to establish his sneaker business, Bathu, Theo Baloyi reached out to Somizi to hand him a pair so that his brand can get more exposure. After fans saw Somizi wearing the sneaker, Bathu sales skyrocketed. "Before that Theo used to sell about a thousand […]
By Katlego Sekhu In the upcoming episode of Living the Dream with Somizi, his daughter Bahumi prepares to celebrate her 28th birthday. However, her excitement turns to disappointment when she learns that her father will miss the special occasion. Even though Somizi gave her money, Bahumi still feels that “it’s not enough to make up for lost time.” “Why can’t you just be around? Just come. Spend my birthday with me, […]
By: Natasha Archary Somizi may have just angered local "Bee-Hive" by criticising Beyoncé's new single, Break My Soul. While many South Africans were applauding the US singer for channeling SA's late music icon, Brenda Fassie on the track, Somizi wasn't feeling it. Like many fans, Somizi was one of the first to listen to the track and shared that he was left somewhat underwhelmed by it. The Idols SA judge […]
By: Natasha Archary Somizi's generosity has been applauded after his beautiful gesture to his helper, aka COO of his house, Caroline. In a recent episode of his reality show, Living The Dream with Somizi, his pregnant helper was surprised with a Luis Vuitton gift and a double stroller. The "COO of his house" is expecting twins, and judging from the frilly pink tutus that Somizi gifted her with, two girls […]
By: Natasha Archary Talk about hypocritical! Zimbabwe banned Somizi from visiting the country but have allowed American actress and comedian Ellen DeGeneres into the country. Last November, the Zimbabwean government barred Somizi from attending an event due to his sexual orientation. The Idols SA judge confirmed that he was banned because he's open about his homosexuality. "So, yes, this is true. There are people who don’t want me to attend […]
By Katlego Sekhu It appears all is not well between Somizi and Khanyi Mbau as the two haven't been on speaking terms in months. This comes after SomG had a fallout with her after she failed to make a booking they had made. According to Somizi, he and his friends had booked a private jet with Khanyi to head to Cape Town but she didn't pitch. "When you see Khanyi […]
By: Natasha Archary With friends like these who needs enemies hey? That's probably what Somizi is thinking after his chommie Vusi Nova shared that estranged hubby may still be tugging on his heart. In the latest episode of Living The Dream with Somizi, the singer thought it was peculiar that Somizi still has Mohale's number saved as "husband". Vusi Nova and his bestie Somizi got into a discussion as to […]
By Katlego Sekhu In the latest episode of Somizi's reality television show, Living The Dream with Somizi, he goes out to play tennis with some of his friends, including new mate Troy whom he says he met on SA Idols. "He came to Idols and brought me a top which I haven't worn yet because I'm not ready." Somizi then asked Troy "how old is he now" and he revealed […]
By: Natasha Archary Somizi Mhlongo reportedly owes SARS R3.5 million in taxes dating back to 2014. The reality star and media personality's furniture and other movable assets have reportedly been auctioned off by the South African Revenue Services. The Sunday World claims that SARS is trying to recoup outstanding taxes to the amount of R3.5 million. The publication further alleges that royalties from Somizi's reality show, Living The Dream, an […]
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