Somizi Mhlongo

Born: 1972-12-23

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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Sarafina!

as Fire
Released: 1992-09-18

The plot centers on students involved in the Soweto Riots, in opposition to the implementation...

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Cry, the Beloved Country

as Young Thief
Released: 1995-12-15

A South-African preacher goes to search for his wayward son who has committed a crime in the big...

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In a Time of Violence: The Line

as Henry
Released: 1994-07-01

This controversial political thriller, which provoked mass demonstrations and nine deaths in...

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Scavengers

as Jeffrey
Released: 1987-01-08

A college professor and his ex-girlfriend find themselves being hunted by the CIA, the KGB and...

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Black Beulahs

as Self
Released: 2006-03-10

The lives of three friends living within the largely unexplored Soweto gay sub-culture. There's...

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Tarzan: The Epic Adventures

as uncredited
First aired: 1996-08-28

Tarzan: The Epic Adventures is a syndicated series that aired for one season. It focuses on the...

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African Skies

as Juice
First aired: 1992-10-11

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Idols (South Africa)

as Judge
First aired: 2002-03-10

Idols was a television show on the South African television network Mzansi Magic, and previously...

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The Masked Singer: South Africa

as Self - Panelist
First aired: 2023-06-03

Celebrity contestants compete in singing competitions, all while under complete disguse. The...

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