Showbiz and TV

There's no denying that Afrikaans music has improved dramatically over the last two decades. Initially, the Afrikaan language was associated with South African apartheid and "whiteness." However, as more South Africans embrace diversity in the music industry, thanks to the best Afrikaans songs and music videos of all time, the industry seems to have experienced major growth. In recent times, there have been more collaborations and the willingness to appreciate...

Since the early 60s, the Nigerian film industry has been experiencing massive growth. Nollywood has grown from a small industry suffering from a dearth of funds to implement proper production, to a multi-billion naira industry with cutting-edge technology. Currently, these riches have also trickled down to the individual actors in Nollywood, and today, many more actors - including Yoruba actors can boast of having gathered immense wealth from acting....

The Nigerian movie industry has grown by leaps and bounds in the last decade and has produced more stars than any other entertainment sector in the country. The talent and skills of the actors and actresses that keep the sector afloat are in no doubt, considering that they have made it all the way to Netflix. In addition to the stars it has produced, beautiful Nigerian actresses have also not...

Muvhango is one of the longest-running television shows in South Africa. The show has been airing since April of 1997 and it is said to have an average of 4 million viewers who tune in to the show on a daily basis. Muvhango actors and actresses alongside the production team have worked hard to make the show a success. For a show with such a long-running history, it is not...

The Big Brother Naija franchise is not owned by a particular individual or company but Multichoice Nigeria is reportedly one of the organizers. The reality show has many sponsors but the major ones are Payporte, Betway Nigeria, Abeg, and Patricia. In recent times, the very popular Big Brother Naija (BBN) reality television show has proven to be a unifying factor in Nigeria. While opinions might differ in supporting different contestants, the...

Nigeria is home to some unbelievably beautiful and truly charming ladies who are known to completely dazzle audiences at beauty pageants. As a matter of fact, some of the most beautiful girls in Nigeria are also among the most beautiful girls in Africa and even around the world. From the Igbos to the Yorubas and the Hausas as well as the Niger-Deltans and Middle-Beltan ladies, Nigeria boasts of an...

Known for bringing his assigned characters to life remarkably, Sthembiso Khoza is a man of many talents. He is grounded in sports, especially rugby, karate, and soccer but the one talent he gave his all is acting, and that is what he is known for today. His popular roles include the movie Baby Mamas (2018) and TV series The Queen. Khoza plays the role of Shaka Khoza on the...

Modern African Storytelling has evolved from perpetuating negative stereotypes of the African continent to telling real African stories through Music, Visual Arts, Movies, Fashion, and TV Shows; thanks to streaming platforms like Netflix, that has given African Filmmakers a blank Cheque to showcase their best works to the world. There are several African TV Shows on Netflix, and we have curated them for you, so, when next you turn...

Netflix has a claim to being the most popular streaming service of all time. The platform boasts of thousands of movies and TV shows from America to Europe, Asia, and of course Africa. The black continent has contributed oodles of films to Netflix; from exciting thrillers to comedies coming from countries such as South Africa, Nigeria, Namibia, and Ghana, Africa keeps rolling out new and exciting movies and the...

Some of the best Ghanaian movies are also among the most-watched ones in West Africa. Over the years, great films have been produced by very talented Ghanaian movie producers, catching the interest of millions of fans and starring some of the most gifted African actors and actresses. Apparently, the creative industry is one of the most thriving industries in Ghana and, since it gained its independence, the Ghanaian film...

The Night King is the leader and first of the White Walkers, a race of undead creatures who live beyond The Wall. He has the ability to raise the dead (humans and animals, including dragons) and turn them into blue-eyed zombies known as wights, which make up his army. He can also transform living babies into White Walkers You can spot him from among the others through his pointed crown...

Andrew Dice Clay has an estimated net worth of $10 million. He is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He became famous in the late 1980s. There was a point where Andrew Dice Clay’s net worth wasn't enough to cover his bills and he had a couple of lawsuits on his head. But now, this veteran comedian, who was once banned for life from MTV, is currently on a resurgence. Andrew...

From the very first movie in 1977 to date, the Star Wars universe has introduced viewers worldwide to a plethora of characters. George Lucas’s space opera opened up an entire galaxy of planets, systems, customs, alien races, and much more. With over 10 movies in its filmography and many more still to come, it will be no surprise to find out that the characters of the show will continue...

Sherlock Holmes is not yet cancelled, however, its writers and creators have said there is a likelihood that season five of the series would be made but the timing is what is not certain. With the huge followings and positive ratings that Sherlock seasons 1 to 4 enjoyed, there has been suspense and a big clamor for the release of season 5 of Sherlock Holmes crime drama miniseries. A few years...

Colin Jost's net worth as a versatile media personality has no doubt seen an increase since he began his showbiz career. He is an accomplished standup comedian, screenwriter, and a Saturday Night Live (SNL) star. Those that follow the variety TV show can attest to the fact that Colin Jost has been very involved in the show since his entry as a Weekend Update co-anchor in 2014. Prior to being...

Web and streaming services are becoming more popular by the day as far as film distribution is concerned. More and more people now watch movies online as against the traditional means of DVD and television. Among numerous other websites, GoMovies proved to be many viewers' favorite as it makes the latest and most popular movies readily available for free and without much ado or risks. But with the recent...

Christmas movies not only bring on Christmas cheer but also serve as a great time for family bonding. Therefore, as we count down to the next Christmas, we have rounded up some of the greatest Christmas movies for you below. We have also listed some of the cringe-worthy ones which you should totally steer clear of. 1. It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) IMDB: 8.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 94% FilmAffinity:  8.2/10 ...

Walt Disney pictures has blessed humanity with an abundant array of unforgettable movies. These films range from live-action to animations, and include classics such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as well as contemporary blockbusters such as Pirates of the Caribbean. Since 1937 to date, Disney has released a staggering 745 movies and counting. Watching all of these movies is simply a daunting task and that is why...

Most movie lovers who do not have the time nor the resources for the cinemas, often resort to streaming movies and TV shows online. If you belong to this category of persons; you may have found yourself wondering if it is safe, or even legal, to patronise these streaming sites. You may have also contemplated how these free streaming sites make their income. If these questions have been troubling...

In close to hundred years of its existence, the Walt Disney Company has continued to grow and expand. With hundreds of blockbusters, Disney movies have gathered to itself myriads of viewers all over the world who are ever on the lookout for the latest drops; and Disney never disappoints. The leading box office film franchise always has a stack of movies waiting to hit the eager viewers' screens while...

Just within a decade from its first release, Marvel Movies have turned out the highest-grossing film franchise of all time. With box office knockouts like The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Iron Man, and so on, Marvel has glued millions of keen viewers all over the world to the screens. Making the series more bankable and compelling is its captivating cast makeup comprising regular talents like Robert Downey Jr,...

Netflix has indeed proven itself one of the movie makers we can count on in the present day. With tens and hundreds of films ever on the line up, fans can only sit back and enjoy their free time as the offer never dries up. While some of the movies that flood the streaming service may not worth the while, others are so satisfying that one do not deserve...

When Rob Lowe, who was on the cast of The West Wing, suddenly decided to leave the television series, many people were confused in regards to the reasons that brought about the decision. The actor is no doubt a popular face in the political drama series and in fact, a major character during the first season of the show. The West Wing is one of Lowe's most notable works as...

Patricia ‘Tricia’ Day, otherwise known as the ‘Midget’, is the wife of Jonathan Day popularly known as JJ Da Boss. JJ prides himself as one of the fastest men in the racing world, his wife, Tricia, is also a racer as well. Both of them are familiar faces on Street Outlaws, a show that airs on the Discovery Channel. Considered as a legend on wheels, Da Boss together with his...

How much do Saturday Night Live (SNL) actors get paid is a question that has dominated the cyberspace in recent time. The late-night television variety show, which is one of the longest-running TV shows on the planet, was created by Lorne Michaels. It premiered on NBC on October 11, 1975, with the original title as NBC’s Saturday Night. Since the show first aired over four decades ago, it has...