Somizi Mhlongo
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.
Known For | Acting |
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Most Rating | 0.476 |
Birthday | 1972-12-23 |
Place of Birth | Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa |
Also Known As | Somizi 'Whacko' Mhlongo, Madam Gigi, Somgaga, |
1987
Scavengers
0/0
A college professor and his ex-girlfriend find themselves being hunted by the CIA, the KGB and an African drug smuggler. Seems they have inadvertently...
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Scavengers
1992
Sarafina!
6.1/39
The plot centers on students involved in the Soweto Riots, in opposition to the implementation of Afrikaans as the language of instruction in schools....
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Sarafina!
1994
In a Time of Violence: The Line
5/4
This controversial political thriller, which provoked mass demonstrations and nine deaths in South Africa when it was first shown, gives dramatic form...
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In a Time of Violence: The Line
1995
Cry, the Beloved Country
6.7/22
A South-African preacher goes to search for his wayward son who has committed a crime in the big city.
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Cry, the Beloved Country
2006
Black Beulahs
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The lives of three friends living within the largely unexplored Soweto gay sub-culture. There's Somizi - choreographer and entertainer; DK - a busines...
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