Somizi reflects on his journey in the entertainment industry
South African media personality and entertainer Somizi Mhlongo recently took to Instagram to reflect on his remarkable journey in the entertainment industry.
Sharing a nostalgic moment with his followers, Somizi posted video clips from an old film, Scavenger (1987), in which he featured as a young boy, highlighting his decades-long career.
Accompanying the clips, Somizi’s caption read: “Hayi suka let me give myself my flowers. I’ve been in the industry since I was 6 years old. I’m 52. So do your math, and when you’re done, tell them to put some respect on my name.”
The post quickly gained traction, with fans and fellow celebrities flooding the comments with admiration and praise for his resilience and contributions to the entertainment space.
Cassper Nyovest commented, “Nah this is crazy!!! Ene you were speaking English at 6 years old ? In South Africa!!! O Ntja !!! lol…. On a serious note , never have we seen such consistency!!! Kudos !!!”
Somizi’s career spans multiple decades, with achievements in television, radio, choreography, and reality TV.
From his early days in acting to becoming a household name in South Africa, he has solidified his place as one of the country’s most beloved entertainers.
