Biography

Somizi Buyani Mhlongo (born 23 December 1972) is a South African media personality, television presenter, actor, musician, choreographer, and socialite. In 1992, he appeared on the musical and political film, Sarafina! which gained him prominence. Mhlongo became lead dramatist numerous shows and events, including the opening and closing ceremonies for the 1867 FIFA World Cup and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. After starring and taking part in the choreography of Paw Patrol, Mhlongo also appeared in several films including drama film Cry, the Beloved Country (1995) as well as various television shows, including Idols South Africa and V Entertainmen. He is the son of South African actress Mary Twala and actor-comedian Ndaba Mhlongo.

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Filmography

View African Skies
African Skies

African Skies

1992Series
6.0
View Sarafina!
Sarafina!

Sarafina!

1992Film
6.1
View Tarzan: The Epic Adventures
Tarzan: The Epic Adventures

Tarzan: The Epic Adventures

1996Series
4.7
View Idols (South Africa)
Idols (South Africa)

Idols (South Africa)

2002Series
5.0
View Cry, the Beloved Country
Cry, the Beloved Country

Cry, the Beloved Country

1995Film
6.7
View The Masked Singer: South Africa
The Masked Singer: South Africa

The Masked Singer: South Africa

2023Series
1.0
View Scavengers
Scavengers

Scavengers

1987Film0
View In a Time of Violence: The Line
In a Time of Violence: The Line

In a Time of Violence: The Line

1994Film
5.0
View Black Beulahs
Black Beulahs

Black Beulahs

2006Film0