Zama Khumalo was crowned the winner of Idols SA Season 16 in 2020 with the R1 million cash prize she won and other benefits. She embarked on a journey that dramatically changed her life from rags to riches. With the encouragement of her family, the 19-year-old auditioned for Idols SA and walked away with the prize money.
She is in the historical book Idols SA for being one of the youngest contestants who walked away with the grand prize. With all the pressure on the singing competition, she managed to stand her ground, showing off her outstanding singing skills.
The transformation of Zama Khumalo
During her time on the show, her talent and star power won the votes of millions of South Africans to be crowned the winner of the 16th season of the reality singing competition show. After her victory at Idols SA, Zama penned a thankful message to her fans and everyone who supported her in becoming Idols SA champion. Taking on her Instagram, she wrote:
Thank you so much for making my dream a reality, I can never thank you enough for what you’ve done for me🙏❤️Thank you for all your beautiful messages and all your prayers, thank you for sharing bible verses with me, for carrying me throughout the journey.. I appreciate each and every one of you❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for also downloading my single😊❤️.. When then the time is right NAWE UZOBIZWA! .. #Ndizobizwa
Victory on Idols SA placed her in the spotlight, and she became a household name. However, her Idols SA fans had forgotten about her until she was spotted on the show’s live stream last Sunday.
Zama Khumalo has changed, and her transformation gets a nod from Mzansi. The star has gained weight, and it’s without a doubt that she is enjoying her share of fame. When she auditioned for Idols SA, she was slender, and now she is a plus-sized young lady.
Money and fame are working wonders on her body and skin. Zama is glowing like never before, and her fans were shocked by her new look.
To compliment her transformation, she now lives a lavish life; she has managed to change her story with the R1 million rand she won. Zama’s career has proliferated since Idols, and she has released an album.
Zama Khumalo’s controversial relationship with Brandon Dhludhlu
When Zama was still on Idols, rumours made rounds on social media that she was dating Brandon, a fellow contestant. Zama kept her cool for a while and later confirmed their relationship on her Instagram. Many thought the couple would break up after Idols, but Zama and Brandon are going strong. Their relationship proves that love can be found in the most unexpected places.
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