Celebrity spotlight: DJ Shimza's inspiring support and Beyoncé's unforgettable Grand Prix experience
A look into a roundup of the celebrity shockers and conversations that shaped this week in celeb news.
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This week was packed with music wins, fashion moments, streaming milestones and a few controversies that kept social media timelines busy.
Here’s a wrap of the biggest celebrity stories that made headlines:
DJ and music producer Chymamusique's fans and supporters are rallying behind him and opening their pockets to help him during his recovery.
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1. DJ Shimza steps in with major support for Chymamusique
Chymamusique has been recovering at home after surviving a serious car accident in August that claimed the life of fellow musician, DJ Poizen.
His Back A Buddy campaign has been helping cover medical costs, and this week, his industry peer DJ Shimza donated R92 000 to the fund. The contribution pushed the campaign past its R200 000 target.
Chymamusique also sold some of his personal items to ease the financial load, with Kaya 959 radio host Sizwe Dhlomo buying his CDJ 3000 and V10 mixer.
He has undergone several surgeries since the accident and continues with physiotherapy as he works on regaining his strength.
Tyla's 'Chanel' is rapidly climbing the Spotify global charts, and the world is clearly hooked on the catchy hit.
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2. Tyla’s ‘Chanel’ climbs the music charts
Tyla’s single “Chanel” jumped from number 177 to 38 on the Spotify “Top Songs” global chart, pulling in more than 31 million streams. The song has already dethroned “Water” and continues to benefit from its viral TikTok challenge.
Despite mixed reactions when it dropped, the song has grown fast and received support from stars like Ciara. Tyla also crossed 30 million monthly listeners on Spotify, placing her in the 184th spot.
The rapper turned her son’s umbilical cord into a heart-shaped gold pendant, joining a niche trend in memorial jewellery.
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3. Cardi B turns her baby’s umbilical cord into jewellery
Cardi B has turned her newborn son’s umbilical cord into a gold pendant. A specialist shaped the umbilical cord into a heart shape and dehydrated the cord before dipping it in gold chrome, turning it into a keepsake.
The trend falls under memorial or memento jewellery, which has been around for years and includes everything from hair pieces to cremation ashes.
Beyoncé hit the F1 track in full racing gear and even joined Lewis Hamilton for a 200mph lap at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
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4. Beyoncé brings the heat to the Las Vegas Grand Prix
Beyoncé pulled up to the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix in a Louis Vuitton race-inspired jumpsuit that had the internet buzzing. She later switched into a red Ferrari vinyl bodysuit with a long matching coat.
Lewis Hamilton gave both Beyoncé and Jay Z a high-speed lap around the track, and the “Lemonade” hitmaker shared a video of the moment on Instagram.
Ntando Duma stays home after a designer misses her butter yellow brief.
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5. Ntando Duma-Rambani misses NFTAs after outfit disaster
Ntando Duma-Rambani was set to present the first award at the NFTAs but ended up skipping the award ceremony after receiving an outfit that looked nothing like what she requested.
She had asked a designer she trusted for a butter yellow two-piece, but the final result left her disappointed, leading her to stay home instead. The awards took place in Pretoria and celebrated prominent figures in the film and TV industry.
South African influencer Sabelo The Kreator has recently addressed the sexual abuse allegations that surfaced against him last week. He has encouraged the alleged victims to come forward and report the matter to the police.
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6. Sabelo The Kreator responds to sexual assault allegations
Content creator Sabelo The Kreator released a statement denying sexual assault allegations made against him on X. He said he does not know the accusers and urged anyone who believes they are a victim to report the matter to the police.
The conversation started when an X @PIE_RRE_ user claimed he tried to rape them during their varsity years. The post gained traction and others shared similar allegations, which the influencer rejected.
Musician and reality TV star Londie London has won Best TV Personality at the National Film & Television Awards.
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7. Londie London walked away with Best Female TV Personality
Londie London won Best Female TV Personality at the National Film & Television Awards. The award show took place at the State Theatre in Pretoria and is based on public votes.
She has had a strong year, from her role on “The Real Housewives of Durban” to growing her braid line, salon venture and music features.
Other winners included Lawrence Maleka, Clint Brink and “Big Brother Mzansi” winner Sweet Guluva.
Musician and poet Ntsiki Mazwai accused Nicki Minaj of copying her album cover.
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8. Ntsiki Mazwai accused Nicki Minaj of copying her album cover
Ntsiki Mazwai claimed Nicki Minaj copied the concept of her 2018 album cover “The Masterpiece” for Minaj’s “Queen”. She posted a comparison and said release dates were shifted to create confusion about who did what first.
Fans on X reacted with laughter and sarcasm, saying the covers looked nothing alike. A community note later added more context, noting that Minaj’s album was released months before Mazwai’s, but she stood by her claims.
Kim Kardashian and Naomi Watts star in the legal drama "All's Fair". Supplied/ Disney +
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9. Kim Kardashian’s ‘All’s Fair’ renewed for season two
Kim Kardashian’s series “All’s Fair” is returning for another season despite the mixed reactions and harsh reviews. The audience ratings, however, have been more positive.
The cast includes Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash Betts, Teyana Taylor, Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close, who defended the show and praised Kardashian’s work ethic on set.
UK singer Sasha Keable is coming back to South africa as Wav Festival rolls out more names for its debut.
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10. Sasha Keable joins ‘WAV Festival’ line-up
UK singer Sasha Keable is coming back to South Africa for Cape Town’s first “WAV Festival” on January 2.
She joins a line-up that includes Langa Mavuso, Lia Butler and Xowiè.
The festival aims to celebrate R&B, soul and alternative sounds and is curated with the teams behind Afro Nation and Africa Creative Agency. Mariah The Scientist, Kelvin Momo, Shekhinah and others were announced earlier.