Actor

Somizi Mhlongo

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Movies: 5Series: 4

TMDB ID: 4413473

Known for: Acting

Born: December 23, 1972

Age: 53

Place of birth: Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1987 - 2023

Years active: 37

Average TMDB rating: 6.42

Also known as

Somizi 'Whacko' Mhlongo • Madam Gigi • Somgaga

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Biography

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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