The most watched show, Idols SA, set tounges wagging on social media after the news that it was cancelled went viral. After 21 years of airing, the show was cancelled, leaving Mzansi heartbroken as they had grown fond of the reality singing competition. The news of its cancellation was announced by an entertainment commentator Phil Mphela. Taking to his Twitter, he wrote:
“After 21 years, #IdolsSA will be bowing out of our screens. The show has been renewed for a 19th season, which will be the show’s final season,”
Idols SA showrunners also confirmed their show through an Instagram post.
Have you heard the news? The upcoming #IdolsSA season 19 is the final one. Watch this space for updates about how to audition. 😎🎼🎤
https://www.instagram.com/p/CoVIlJCofFI/
As Idols SA is ending, its employees will be jobless, including ‘whoo shamee’ judge Somizi. Somiz has been working with Idols SA for more than a decade.
Somizi is undoubtedly the reason why Idols SA has a considerable following in Mzansi; he has a charming way of keeping fans glued to their screens. On Idols, he is known for his ‘Whoo Shame’ trademark, which was absent in season 17 when he was suspended due to domestic violence allegations. However, he made a controversial comeback after Idols SA viewers threatened to stop watching the show if he was on the judging panel.
His comeback on Idols SA saw him being one of the most-paid reality show judges in Mzansi. Reports indicate that SIC entertainment is one of the internationally paying production companies. As of 2022, Somizi Mhlongo is taking home a salary of R200 000 per month.
Somizi has also been living a lavish lifestyle as Idols SA judge. He had a daily allowance, a car and flights sorted. Mzansi worries about how he will cope since the show is now cancelled.
Somizi, on being a jack of all trades
Somizi Mhlongo is a South African media personality, television presenter, actor and choreographer. Besides being Idols, SA judge Somizi is a jack of all trades and master of all. He has multiple income streams, making him one of the wealthiest celebrities in Mzansi.
He joined the entertainment industry when he was featured in the viral movie Sarafina. Ever since hitting his jackpot as a star, he has been working hard to be celebrated today. As of 2023, Somizi has a net worth of R180 million.