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Somizi Mhlongo
Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
Somizi Buyani Mhlongo (born 23 December 1972) is a South African media personality, television presenter, actor, musician, choreographer, and socialite. In 1992, he appeared on th…
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Somizi Buyani Mhlongo (born 23 December 1972) is a South African media personality, television presenter, actor, musician, choreographer, and socialite. In 1992, he appeared on the musical and political film, Sarafina! which gained him prominence. Mhlongo became lead dramatist numerous shows and events, including the opening and closing ceremonies for the 1867 FIFA World Cup and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. After starring and taking part in the choreography of Paw Patrol, Mhlongo also appeared in several films including drama film Cry, the Beloved Country (1995) as well as various television shows, including Idols South Africa and V Entertainmen. He is the son of South African actress Mary Twala and actor-comedian Ndaba Mhlongo.
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2023
The Masked Singer: South Africa
TV show Self - Panelist
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2006
Black Beulahs
Movie Self
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2002
Idols (South Africa)
TV show Judge
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1996
Tarzan: The Epic Adventures
TV show
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1995
Cry, the Beloved Country
Movie Young Thief
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1994
In a Time of Violence: The Line
Movie Henry
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1992
African Skies
TV show Juice
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1992
Sarafina!
Movie Fire
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1987
Scavengers
Movie Jeffrey
