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The Citizen
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
WATCH: Dream comes true for student who managed to get Tyla as his date for his matric dance
Matriculant Mollwane Madiba's dream came true when Grammy award-winning singer Tyla showed up to his matric dance. A dream come true: matric student Mollwane Madiba with his date, Tyla at his matric dance. Picture: @BALUCIAGA/X Dreams come true for those who are persistent and patient enough. These words hold true for matric student Mollwane Madiba. After months of campaigning like a politician in election season and with a child-like conviction that was borderline delusional, Madiba's dream of having Grammy award-winning singer Tyla as his matric dance partner come true. The South African global star attended the matric dance after many people thought Madiba's dream wouldn't become a reality. Even a day before the dance, doubt began to creep in as Madiba started asking people who might be interested in being his date to reach out to him. 'I just got to Sandton to get my suit, I don't want to go to this dance alone,' he said in a video. 'If there's anyone who wants to go with me, message me ASAP [as soon as possible].' ALSO READ: Tyla performs at Mercedes-Benz launch in Rome as student campaigns to get singer as his matric dance date [VIDEO] Getting Tyla to his matric dance Not only has Madiba used TikTok to show his seriousness in getting Tyla's attention, but he also got his schoolmates to join in the movement. In one video students ask 'Who do you think Mollwane is taking to MD?' followed by responses of 'Tyla, obviously.' Using the hashtag #MOandTYLAForMD, almost all the videos feature Tyla's song Push 2 Start. Madiba has seemingly met Tyla, as he has a photo of himself with the Water singer. In one video shot in what appears to be a school library, the photo of the two is displayed prominently on bookshelves, walls and wherever it can be seen. ALSO READ: WATCH: Tyla's big Nickelodeon night — hosting, slime, and a major win Tyla's big Nickelodeon night Real name Tyla Laura Seethal, the 23-year-old singer recently became the first African artist to host the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards — the global show that celebrates the biggest stars in television, music, film and digital media, all voted for by children. Tyla was nominated in two categories – favourite global music star and favourite music collaboration for Show Me Love, her track with WizTheMc and Bees & Honey. Tyla opening the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards. — ToonHive (@ToonHive) June 22, 2025 She walked away with the favourite global music star award, beating nominees from six other regions: Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, North America and the UK. Accepting her award, Tyla said she was proud to represent Africa on the global stage. 'This means the world to me — to represent Africa on a global stage and be recognised by all of you amazing kids out there… wow. Thank you for believing in me and dancing with me. Africa to the world!' she said. NOW READ: How life has changed for Uyanda Hlangabezo after being on Big Brother Mzansi
The Citizen
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
WATCH: Tyla's big Nickelodeon night: Hosting, slime and a big win
Tyla became the first African artist to host the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards — the global show that celebrates the biggest stars in television, music, film and digital media, all voted for by children. South Africa's pop superstar Tyla stole the show at this year's Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, delivering a high-energy performance as host, scooping an award, and even braving the slime. The event was held on Saturday, 21 June, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, in the United States. Tyla was nominated in two categories – Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for Show Me Love, her track with WizTheMc and bees & honey. She walked away with the Favourite Global Music Star award, beating nominees from six other regions: Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, North America and the UK. ALSO READ: 'Their win is South Africa's win': Deputy Minister Peace Mabe celebrates TxC's BET award Tyla: 'Africa to the world' Accepting her award, Tyla said she was proud to represent Africa on a global stage. 'This means the world to me — to represent Africa on a global stage and be recognised by all of you amazing kids out there… wow. Thank you for believing in me and dancing with me. Africa to the world!' she said. The 23-year-old wasn't just an award recipient – she also took on hosting duties. In an interview before the event, Tyla revealed she had always dreamed of being on Nickelodeon. 'When I was younger, I tried to audition for Nickelodeon, but no one answered the call – and now I'm hosting it,' she said, beaming with pride. Tyla also got her slime action, far more than the drizzle she had hoped for. 'When I saw a video of Katy Perry getting slimed, I was like, oh my gosh, please, not that. Just a little cute drizzle. But we'll see – whatever happens, happens,' she said before the show. Tyla wins 'Favourite Global Music Star' and gets Slimed at the Kids' Choice Awards. June 22, 2025 NOW READ: 'We're handling this with the utmost seriousness': Bolt SA on TikToker's alleged abduction
IOL News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
South African star Tyla makes history as the host of the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Tyla is set to take on the Nickelodeon stage as host, serving her vibrant personality and confidence. Image: X Nickelodeon is about to experience the charm and sass of the 'Pretty Girl from Jo'burg' as Tyla gears up to host the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards. The 23-year-old South African sensation is breaking barriers, left, right and centre, continuing to dominate 2025. Nickelodeon has announced that the Grammy-award-winning superstar will host the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award, which will take place on June 21 at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. The 'Water' hitmaker is also nominated for Favourite Global Music Star and Favourite Music Collaboration for WizTheMc and bees & honey's 'Show Me Love', on which Tyla is featured. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ The singer is no stranger to the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards; in 2024, she was nominated for Favourite Global Music Star, Favourite Breakout Artist and Favourite Viral Song ("Water"). Tyla's rise to stardom has been nothing short of rapid. She has been making remarkable waves in the music industry and breaking barriers with her unique sound and confidence. Adding to the list of wins, her hosting the Kids' Choice Awards is a whole new level of awesome, and Tyla's ready to slay. She took to her X account in disbelief and posted: 'I'm really about to host the kids' choice awards 💀🤍🙈.' I'm really about to host the kids choice awards 💀🤍🙈 — Tyla (@Tyllaaaaaaa) May 15, 2025 Tyla is making history once again as she becomes the first African to host the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, and as the first African host in the show's history, she is set to bring a fresh perspective and a dash of South African flavour to the slimy Nickelodeon stage. This is not Tyla's first time making history, though. She has been trailblazing as an African artist for a while now. The 'uppity African' (as some referred to her) is the first African artist to have a song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in over a decade with her hit single 'Water'. She also made history with her Grammy nomination, becoming the youngest South African nominee in the Best African Music Performance category. And it seems like Tyla's winning streak is far from over. With a busy year ahead, she is booked and busy, taking on new projects and collaborations that excite her fans. On Thursday, May 16, it was revealed in the "Smurfs" trailer that Tyla will be featured on the movie's soundtrack alongside Rihanna and Cardi B. The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards are set to be an exciting event, with a star-studded lineup of nominees such as Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar as the top nominees, each receiving four nods. Tyla's bubbly personality, captivating stage presence and undeniable talent make her the perfect host for the awards. We are predicting several cute selfies, hilarious moments and maybe even some impromptu dancing on the stage because she is so fun! The Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards will air on MTV Africa (DStv channel 130) on Wednesday, June 25, at 5pm.
