Tyla Makes History, Bieber Faces Backlash and SA Stars Shine in a Week of Drama and Wins
It’s been a roller-coaster week in entertainment, packed with major wins, emotional moments and controversies that sparked intense online debate.
South African stars led the spotlight, with DJ Shimza marking a career milestone after making his debut at Coachella. Sharing the stage with Afrojack, he delivered a standout performance that positioned him as the only South African artist on this year’s line-up.
Meanwhile, Tyla continues her global rise, securing four nominations at the American Music Awards — the highest ever for an African artist. She also confirmed the release of her new single She Did It Again, featuring Zara Larsson, as part of her upcoming album A-Pop.
Closer to home, Lamiez Holworthy and Khuli Chana celebrated their union in a private three-day wedding ceremony in Mahikeng. The culturally rich celebration brought together close friends and family, with moments from the event quickly going viral online.
In business and lifestyle, Ntando Rambani and Una Rams introduced their new children’s fashion brand, House of Amani, during their daughter’s first birthday celebration — blending family and entrepreneurship in a unique way.
There were also emotional updates, as amapiano vocalist Tracy revealed she is recovering after spending seven days in ICU following a car accident. She expressed gratitude to fans after surviving the ordeal.
However, the week wasn’t without controversy. Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance divided fans, with some criticising the format of his set while others defended its more stripped-down approach.
In a separate development, serious allegations surfaced online involving Katy Perry, which were strongly denied by her team, further fuelling debate across social media.
Globally, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame also announced its Class of 2026, featuring legendary names such as Phil Collins, Luther Vandross, Oasis and Wu-Tang Clan, alongside special honours for icons including Fela Kuti and Queen Latifah.
From historic milestones to heated debates, the entertainment world proved once again that it never stands still.
