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Chrizelda Kekana

Chrizelda Kekana is the editor of the entertainment section of TimesLIVE. She's also podcast co-host for TshisaLIVE. She also writes opinion/analytical pieces across various beats for other publications in the group and book reviews for Sunday Times Books.

Chloe Bailey attends the premiere of the film "The Little Mermaid" in Los Angeles, California, U.S., May 8, 2023.

Chloe Bailey shines on Disney blue carpet in a Gert-Johan Coetzee original

South African fashion designer Gert-Johan Coetzee's name is the talk of the town after US singer and actress Chloe Bailey wore a Gert-Johan Coetzee original.

Nomzamo Mbatha acts alongside Bruce Willis and other established Hollywood stars in her latest film, 'Assassin'.
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LISTEN | Nomzamo Mbatha chats 'Assassin', being Bruce Willis' co-star and winning in Hollywood

Actress Nomzamo Mbatha is doing the most on the global stage... it's giving #BlackGirlMagic and we love to see it!

Nonkanyiso Conco dishes on her relationship with former president Jacob Zuma.

'Happy birthday bab’wakhe' — LaConco pens sweet message for Jacob Zuma and their son Sakha

"Wishing you both health, prosperity, genuine love, peace, loyalty and all that’s great for you. Happy birthday bab’wakhe and happy birthday Sakha."

Nompumelelo Ledwaba has made Forbes Africa's '30 under 30' list for 2023.
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Mpoomy Ledwaba celebrates making Forbes Africa '30 under 30' list

"I’ve lived my 20s as an overachiever, with goals to tick, just to heal the little 19-year-old who was scared, felt like an outsider and failure ... Today God granted me the gift of a full circle/closure."

Gail Mabalane killed her role in Netflix series 'Unseen'.

'She gave that role everything! ' — Gail Mabalane receives praise for her role in Netflix’s ‘Unseen’

"I am probably hoping for a lot but if they submit this series for the Emmys. Gail Mabalane could potentially win an Emmy," said another fan.

Minnie Dlamini talked about the misconceptions have about her.
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Minnie Dlamini says she hates misconception she was 'traditionally married' to Itu Khune

“That worst misconception is that Khune lobola’ed me, that, that is the worst one. I hate it, I hate it! People still think it’s true!” she said.

Karabo is celebrating 20 years in the industry with a new gig.

Karabo Ntshweng takes over 5FM’s popular night-time show

“This year marks my 20th year in broadcasting and 13th year in radio and so I can’t think of a better way to celebrate this huge milestone in my career than with a brand new show!” an excited Karabo shares.

AKA's mother Lynn Forbes, musician Nadia Nakai and AKA'a father Tony Forbes at a press conference in Bryanton, Johannesburg. File image

AKA's parents Tony and Lynn Forbes warn Megacy about scammers claiming they need donations

"There are false requests for donations and investments from people posing as members of the Forbes family."

Mpoomy and her hubby Brendan are living their best lives in Bali.

SNAPS | 'I love Bali' — Inside Brendan and Mpoomy's romantic trip

Mpoomy and Brendan's Bali trip is mos def "SBWL" worthy.

Costa Titch died doing what he loved.

Ultra sends condolences to Costa Titch’s family

The 'Big Flexa' rapper collapsed on stage while performing at the Ultra Music Festival at the Expo Centre in Johannesburg on Saturday night.

Seasoned radio broadcaster Mo Flava and Khutso Theledi reunited on the airwaves after 10 years, only to be separated after a few months.

Your legacy will continue to inspire: Khutso Theledi grateful to Mo Flava as he exits Metro FM

'You have an incredible gift for making people feel heard, seen, valued, and reminding one of the importance of staying true to yourself.'

The late AKA and Anele Tembe, who are the subjects of a controversial book written by journalist Melinda Ferguson.
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Moses Tembe asks SA to stop ‘implicating him’ in AKA’s death, says it’s taking an ‘emotional toll’

"It is with grave concern that my family and I have had to endure a flurry of posts on various social media platforms that accuse me, and members of my family, of being involved in the death of Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes."

AKA's first single Country will be released on Friday, February 17.

Forbes family confirms new AKA single 'Company' will be released on February 24

As per Kiernan’s wishes, the next single release will be 'Company' alongside longtime collaborator and friend Kiddominant

Wine owner and book author Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane has died.
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Tributes pour in for second victim in AKA fatal shooting, book author & celeb chef Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane

The fatal shooting incident that claimed the life of celebrated rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes also claimed the life of AKA's lifelong friend and celebrity author Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane.

Rapper 'AKA' was shot dead in Florida Road in Durban on February 10 2023.
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'Our son was loved and he gave love in return' — Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes' parents release statement

Tony and Lynn Forbes, parents to slain rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes, have asked for prayers as they deal with losing their son, a brother and father to his daughter.