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Here's why Nota Baloyi thinks President Cyril Ramaphosa destroyed music festivals in SA

Nota Baloyi has accused President Cyril Ramaphosa of destroying music festivals in South Africa. The outspoken star shared his thoughts in a social media post.

All in the family: 25 musical siblings

When the love for music runs in the family, it's typically trickled down from generation to generation. Some families are blessed to see brothers and sisters break into the music business, whether it's in a group or solo.

Darshan Doshi Trio a must-see jazz fusion powerhouse at Cape Town Jazz Festival

The Darshan Doshi Trio is a must-see act on the CTIJF line-up, with an offering that comprises world-class musicians at the peak of their artistry.

David Attenborough's BBC documentaries, ranked

18 Amazing Photos of Carrie Underwood in Concert

Bet you forgot that she performed alongside Celine Dion.

Award-winning soprano Sian Atterbury to take centre stage in 'Tell Me On A Sunday'

With themes of love, ambition and self-discovery, the production offers an interesting and captivating exploration of human emotions and experiences.

CMT Music's best performances ranked

All 18 performances from the 2024 CMT Music Awards — ranked!

Kim Kardashian’s Instagram takes a massive hit after Taylor Swift ‘diss track’

Taylor Swift dropped her hotly anticipated album The Tortured Poets Department last week with diehard fans flooding social media with their reactions. Attention soon turned to one particular track titled 'thanK you aIMee' that is speculated to be a diss track towards Kim Kardashian, who has recently lost 130,000 Instagram followers after the drop. ...

'Bridgerton' and 'Downton Abbey' are returning with new seasons and more of the best TV period dramas

Flash back to the past with these awesome shows set in a different time period.

The Complete Style Transformation of Miley Cyrus

From child actress to provocative pop star.

Richard Gadd responds to Baby Reindeer fan 'speculation' on the real Martha Scott

Richard Gadd, the star and creator of Baby Reindeer, which recounts his real-life dealings with a stalker as well as the sexual assault he experienced from another individual, has urged viewers to stop speculating on who the actual people are from the Netflix series. All the characters in the show, including Gadd, are portrayed under different name...

39 Gorgeous Celebrity Mother-Daughter Pairs

Reese Witherspoon and Ava Phillippe could be twins.

Jerry Seinfeld says 'movie business is over' as he promotes new film

The comic-actor, 69, mused on what he felt was a lost relevance in Hollywood amid a lessened impact with its current slate of silver screen offerings.

Family affair: Famous acting lineages

Acting bloodlines run deep through Hollywood. Entertainment is a family business for some of the biggest stars in the industry. Here are 25 acting families worth highlighting.

JP Cooper is headed to SA for a three-city tour this November

Reflecting on his previous shows in South Africa, Cooper expressed gratitude and excitement for his upcoming shows. .

Grammy-nominated Gretchen Parlato, Lionel Loueke and Jimmy Dludlu to perform at Cape Town Jazz Festival

The 2024 Grammy nominated Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke, as well as Jimmy Dludlu round out the Cape Town International Jazz Festival billing for its 21st edition.

Durban family’s triumph over adversity as baby Sanaah overcomes rare heart defect

A family’s joy turns into a heart-wrenching ordeal as they navigate their daughter’s care at Lenmed Hospital.

‘School Ties’: Where to watch docuseries in South Africa

'School Ties' dives into the sexual misconduct that takes places in South Africa's most elite boy's schools and is often hidden.

Getting the band back together: Groups who reunited after breaking up

Maybe some hatchets are buried, an anniversary reunion tour brings people out of hiding, or the love of music (and royalties) clears up all the bad blood. No matter the case, here are the extraordinary tales of bands who reunited after breaking up in a big way.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson tight-lipped about Bond

Aaron Taylor-Johnson responds to James Bond rumours with tense reply.

Just for kicks: 20 memorable songs about shoes

From Nancy Sinatra to Amy Winehouse, here is a list of songs referencing different kinds of footwear.

52 Celebrity Couples So Secretive You Forgot They're Together

Or were together, in the case of many of these pairs.

LOOK: Thebe Magugu launches ‘Heritage III: Lobola Negotiations’

For this collection, Magugu worked with 18 South African leaders as his muses.

LIVESTREAM | Cross-examination of investigator continues at Meyiwa trial

PRETORIA - Explosive claims have been made in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. This as police investigator Batho Mogola returns to the stand for cross-examination. Defence lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu put it to the witness that Longwe Twala fired the fatal shot. He told the court that Orlando Pirates boss Irvin Khoza told Meyiwa's brother the robbery wa...

The worst movies made by the best directors

In this day and age, we're blessed with a myriad of talented directors who provide us with cinematic treasures on a yearly basis. Each has their own distinct style you can spot in an instant. For example, you'll always know when you're watching Quentin Tarantino or Tim Burton. That being said, they didn't always get the chance to infuse their projects with their personal flare. In some cases, they just got it all wrong. Luckily, we learn from our mistakes, and they all went on to create masterpieces after their failures! In this gallery, let's take a look as some of the worst movies made by the best directors in history.

What are the must-see concerts of 2024?

While some artists are heading on tour in 2024 as a farewell, others are bringing fans into a new era. Here is a list of tours that are sure to be the hottest tickets in town.

Breastfeeding mum booted from comedy show accused of being 'entitled' in TV interview

Opinion has turned on a breastfeeding mum who was ejected from a comedy show alongside her baby. Trish Faranda brought her seven-month-old daughter to see Arj Barker in Melbourne last weekend, and said she felt “humiliated” when he asked her to leave. In light of the outcry following the incident, Faranda was invited to appear on Australian TV show...

20 Celeb Pairs Who Stayed Friends Despite Dating the Same Person

These pairs didn't let relationship drama get in the way of their friendships.

Reese Witherspoon's Life in Photos

The actress has been in the limelight for almost two decades.

Leonardo DiCaprio's Look Has Evolved Since His Days On 'Growing Pains'

Here, we revisit every Leo incarnation since he entered the spotlight in 1989.

Michelle Yeoh Wore a Bold Orange Gown to the Golden Globes

The actress has perfected the art of a dramatic red carpet moment.

Actors who won Oscars before the age of 30

There’s nothing like seeing someone have huge success at a young age to make you feel both old and like a failure. High on that list is when somebody wins an acting Oscar at a relatively young age, for example, the 50 or so actors who won an Oscar before they even turned 30.

Kanye West reveals which celebrity he'd like to have a threesome with

Kanye West has revealed the celebrity he’d most like to have a threesome with. But, to be honest, we don’t much fancy his chances. Just days after it emerged that the disgraced hip-hop star was being investigated for assault, he sat down for a chat with Justin Laboy for his new podcast The Download. During the wide-ranging discussion, the pair cove...

Sonny Bill Williams: Australian host calls for All Blacks legend to be sacked in extraordinary attack

Sonny Bill Williams has been criticised for his social media activity.

DJ Tira is returning to the Durban July

DJ Tira is returning to the Hollywoodbets Durban July with his Afrotainment maquee.

Ranking Our Favorite Jennifer Lopez Music Videos

Honestly, they all deserve the #1 spot.

Nambitha Ben-Mazwi lands her first lead role in 'Empini'

After starring in award-winning shows and winning multiple awards, Nambitha Ben-Mazwi has finally bagged a lead role.

Atlas official trailer

Jennifer Lopez stars.

‘Civil War’ review — an eerily familiar dystopian perspective that captures last of US

If you plan to go into Alex Garland’s ‘Civil War’ with fists clenched, ready to be outraged, and claim personal attack over your sociopolitical beliefs… don’t. The dystopian thriller is nothing like that, for better or worse.

How Rich Are Tina Fey, Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Carell and the Wealthiest Comedians?

The money earned by today's leading comedians is no laughing matter. They might have started for $25 per show early in their stand-up comedy careers; but, these days, the leading funny people are...

Oscar Piastri issues scathing criticism on Lance Stroll after China GP crash

"But everyone else didn't crash into each other..."

24 anticipated heavy album releases for 2024

2024 is shaping up to be a banner year for heavy music. Whether you are into doom, thrash, stoner, industrial, or anything else, there is a release for you.

Bands of brothers: Sibling sonics through the years

Four decades ago, Van Halen's eponymous debut album was unleashed onto the world, and before the album even hit the five-minute mark, "Eruption" was nearing its conclusion, and listeners were losing their minds over what they just heard.

The Worst Acting Performances of All Time

The Best Netflix Original Films to Watch for Any Movie Night

From rom-coms like Someone Great to war films like Da 5 Bloods, these are our top picks on the famous streamer.

7 true crime dramas to watch on Netflix after you’ve seen Baby Reindeer

30 Celebrities Who Invited Their Ex To Their Wedding

Prince Harry isn't the only chivalrous ex-boyfriend in town.

The irony of St George's Day

Today (23 April) marks St George’s Day – a day to celebrate the Christian martyr who became the patron saint of England. He is, perhaps, best known through the English – aka St George’s – flag whose white background and red cross have become an emblem for the country’s far right. When most of us see the banner pinned to the roof of a house or stuck...

Mila Kunis' 27 Best Red Carpet Moments Through the Years

The star always keeps the looks coming.

Victoria Beckham x Mango: the 8 must-have buys from summer dresses, beach bags and sandals

Victoria Beckham x Mango: the 8 must-have buys from summer dresses, beach bags and sandals - Victoria Beckham releases new collaboration with Mango — Joe Bromley has the key pieces to shop before summer