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Showing posts with label Exclusive Chat. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Exclusive Chat. Show all posts
Monday, December 20, 2010
The GLD had a quick chat to the amazingly gorgeous and much loved Liezel Van der Westhuizen - one of the most famous faces on South African television today.
Such a pretty girl!
The former presenter of South African Idol and now hosting a breakfast show weekdays live from Cape Town, this lovely lady has proven that she can play and compete against the best out there!
Catch our exclusive Q&A to the beautiful blonde...
GL: We’ve been a huge fan since your hosting days on SA Idols, but tell us… Who is Liezel Van der Westhuizen?
LvW: Liezel is a sister; best friend and a dynamic lady with an abundant personality, She’s an Ironman Triathlete and someone who loves life. She is in her own right...truly one of a kind.
GL: You seem so comfortable in front of the camera – what’s your secret?
LvW: I think it all developed from my childhood, I have always enjoyed being in front of the camera and always put on plays for the parents in our neighbourhood. My secret is my natural confidence I have developed by loving what I do.
GL: We’re sure you’ve heard this one before, but you’re a fashion trendsetter. Who is your favourite local fashion designer and why?
LvW: Do I only have to mention one? I would say Thula Sindi because his designs capture the elegance of a woman.
GL: If you could punch any Hollywood actor/ actress in the face, who would it be and why?
LvW: Ha ha ha ha ...I would punch Lady Gaga in the face so that she can have a new look to sing with, and I know she’d love it.
Join Liezel every week morning on her show, Expresso the new breakfast show to SABC 3.
Thanks to Liezel for taking the time out of her busy schedule to chat to us!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Counting down...
Catch our exclusive chat to one of our leading ladies of television, former presenter of South African Idol, MC, fashionista and model - Liezel Van Der Westhuizen...
Can't wait...
Sunday, December 12, 2010
It's finally here...
...Mr Gay South Africa, Francois Nel
The newly crowned Mr Gay South Africa 2010, Francois Nel is (so much) more than just a pretty face... Face it South Africa, this is a perfect all-round package and it's no wonder the 28-year old make-up artist and hair stylist from Centurion took the coveted title!
The GLD recently chatted exclusively to Mr Gay South Africa 2010...
GL: Congratulations on your win, you made a lot of South African's very proud! Apart from what we read online and newspapers, who is Francois Nel?
FN: Thank you, and Thank you South Africa for your inspirational support. Dreamer! I'm a big dreamer, energetic, sporty and music lover. Busy body, caring, workaholic, perfectionist and an eater, love food! Luckily I love exercise too! I always enjoy a good dance, a good book, beautiful gardens, nature and animals. Always interested in Art, and my fellow human being.
GL: What is an average day in the shoes of Mr Gay South Africa?
FN: It always starts with coffee, black, a tea spoon and a half. It is a privilege, yesterday I spent the morning on a client's wedding, a day when love is celebrated. Then I was off to the opening of the new Resthill Frail Elderly Care Centre, where we donated a few litres of paint thanks to Plascon. I'm quite excited to get involved in another charity project there as they are busy with their garden. The evening we spent some leisure time together. This morning I'm going swimming.
GL: What do you think is the most important strength that you bring to the title?
FN: Ambition. I am very excited to be a part of a platform that I hope will bring people together. South Africa, is a plethora of cultures, views, people and societies and after international events the world is watching our beautiful country. We have a constitution that protects us and our different sexualities. As a fore runner in a true democracy where everyone has a voice, I am excited to be a part of the fight for equality and human rights and have a few events in mind already.
GL: If I gave you an Elephant where would you hide it?
FN: I won't hide it, hopefully it will be tame and I can pet it!
GL: The burning question on behalf of all the boys - are you in a relationship?
FN: I am in a loving relationship.
Beauty and brains!
Francois will represent South Africa at the Mr Gay World competition to be held in Manila, Philippines next year March. According to reports South Africa might just host Mr Gay World in 2012 - how awesome!
For more information visit the official website of Mr Gay South Africa or Nel's personal website
Congrats Francois, well deserved winner!
What a hottie, oh bless!
Friday, December 3, 2010
Exclusive Q&A: Eagan Williamson (One Of The Funniest Men On SA Television)
0 comments Posted by pece at 5:26 AMTalk about kicking-off your weekend on a perfect note...
SO funny and adorable, we die!
Ladies and gents, apart from Evita Bezuidenhout this is probably one of our most exciting celebrity features to date. The fabulosity of Eagan Williamson is so fierce that you will catch your entire summer tan in just one episode of his gossip show!
Better known as the co-presenter on kykNET’s Tonge Los, journalist, actor, MC and a celebrity in his own right…this young man is making his mark in the entertainment industry… and it’s not hard to understand why.
Catch our five questions to the ever-so-cute Eagan
GL: From the small town of Olifantshoek
EW: A pretty normal (but sometimes completely outrageous) person with a great sense of humour. I am probably one of the luckiest people in the world, because I wake up every morning and absolutely adore what I'm doing. And the fact that I'm surrounded daily by wonderful friends and family also helps. I am completely addicted to romantic comedies, black forest cake and sleeping late. Other than that, I would still think that I have my feet firmly on the ground and my head in the clouds. And I am completely in love with my mom and siblings Nadia (19) and Cecil (37).
GL: We’re adoring fans of Tonge Los and never dare miss an episode – what is the most unforgettable story ever featured and why?
EW: All the stories in some way or another are like our little children - we love everyone of them the same. But if I had to choose, it'll be the story of my good friend for many years (the love-to-be-hated tabloid journalist) Yolanda Barnard, who fell into a jacuzzi during an event at a spa, but managed not to drop a single bit of red wine. Viewers probably only saw me laughing really uncontrollably. But the truth is that the editors had to cut out the piece where I was busy taking a sip of the juice on the table when Loui told the punch line - I had fruit juice sprayed all over Gavin, Loui and the camera crew. Hilarious!
GL: Any major drama with local celebs considering that you leave no stone unturned?
EW: Not really. There are not a lot of people that actually realise that we pretty much have great relationships with most of these celebs. A lot of times, they are the ones who tell us stories for the show. The only major issue I had was recently with actor and artist At Botha in a restaurant in Northcliff. He was not himself (apparently according to some of the other patrons, he was a bit intoxicated). I went out for pizza with friends, when he started shouting really loud about how crappy the show and me as a person is. All because we broke the story of his engagement before a magazine (who had rights to it) could run with it. Needless to say, my friends and I lost all the respect for him as an artist and much loved Afrikaans actor. His words were hateful, but I forgave him that same night!
GL: We’re so in love with you latest blonde hairdo – from your experience would you say blondes have more fun...?
EW: Oh most definitely! It is not the first time that I went blonde, but this time around there was actually method behind the madness. I got the hairstyle for a new acting project that I am embarking on in a few weeks. I cannot say too much right now, but it will be a blast and something that will take me completely out of the comfort zone I work in (namely television). I don't however know if it's because everyone knows me with dark hair, that I get a lot of funny stares from fans. Although many loves the do, one particular lady on Twitter was very frank: "I HATE the blonde. Hope you have enough hats to cover that on the show"! LOLLL
GL: Since this is a gossip blog, who do you think is the hottest local celebrity right now and why?
EW: Oh most definitely the comedian Trevor Noah! He is witty, charming, very attractive and sure as hell not poor after his recent Cell C campaign! I've seen ladies (and flamboyant gents) swooning over him. And then there is the young creed of artists that's making waves (Reynhard Hugo of Binnelanders, singers Willem Botha, Jay and Henri Alant, Angelique Gerber of 7de Laan, singer George Meiring). Also our veteran beauties, actresses Liz z Meiring and Brumilda van Rensburg and our own cougar Loui Fish.
Catch Eagan
The three "skinderbekke" Loui Fish, Gavin Prins and Eagan Williamson - LOVE them!
Here's a toast to Eagan Williamson and his team - cling cling!
PS: Thank the Lordy for PVR - now we can watch the show, over and over and over...!
Friday, November 26, 2010
It’s the end of the work week and that means… Celebrity Friday!
This week we chatted to one of the most prominent voices on the Western Cape
Catch Ryan weekly... just like we do!
Here we go….
GL: Apart from the KFM breakfast show, who is Ryan O’Connor?
RO: I am a born and bred Capetonian who enjoys the outdoors and spending quality time with friends and family. I love spending time with happy positive people who enjoy life to its fullest.
GL: We heard you went to the Academy Awards; please give us some more info…?
RO: I went to the 77th Academy Awards in LA. It was amazing. I was in the same hotel as Charlie Sheen and Keira Knightley and got to spend a week rubbing shoulders with the who’s who of Hollywood
GL: We know you're an expensive watch fanatic, care to share the price tag and make of your last buy?
RO: My last purchase was a few days ago in New York
GL: It is said that you are the rising star in radio, why broadcasting?
RO: I have always loved the idea of radio. Since Primary School. The ability to creep into peoples lives at any given time of the day when they are going about their lives. Being a part of that journey. The fact that it’s done live daily is another draw card.
GL: What are the top 3 things on your bucket list?
RO: I want to go on a cruise ship around the world. I’d really like to host my own tv talk show when I’m in my forties and I’d like to learn to cook a world class meal before then!
Catch Ryan every week morning from 06h00 – 10h00am on KFM Breakfast along with Charmaine Noy, Jeremy Harris and all the other crazy characters… Thanks to Ryan for taking the time out of his busy schedule in order to chat to us!
For more information on Ryan and KFM 94.5 please visit their Official Website
Friday, November 19, 2010
Ladies and gents, we are extremely proud to bring you our exclusive chat to the most famous woman in South Africa
The AMAZING Evita Bezuidenhout...
Former ambassadress of the Independent Black homeland of Bapetikosweti, to the best bobotie maker in South Africa
GL: Rumor has it that Oscar-winning actress; Charlize Theron is your niece? What is the story here with Charlize and her Mom, Gerda..?
EB: I remember saying to Gerda: “Here are two single tickets to Los Angeles Transvaal in 1986. Hope not!
GL: Tannie Evita, you’re the South African gem. Your clear-cut, yet optimistic political views have earned you International acclaim. What is your career highlight to date?
EB: Besides my grandchildren and cooking for Madiba, I think the most extraordinary experience was being awarded the 2000 Living Legacy Award in the USA
GL: Who is the most interesting South African you’ve ever met and why?
EB: Again, there are many: I would say FW de Klerk, to really work out what made him change his mind about the future of South Africa
GL: You’re known as the best bobotie maker in the country, care to share the secret with our readers?
EB: Organisation is the answer: prepare all the ingredients, know your way on the roadmap of the recipe and then make magic. You can't make a mistake with a recipe: then it just becomes another recipe!
GL: You’ve lived a phenomenal life and inspired thousands (in all probability millions) In the words of Oprah Winfrey… What do you know for sure?
EB: We don't need a crystal ball to know what will happen tomorrow - the future of South Africa
We are deeply grateful to Evita Bezuidenhout for making this opportunity available to the GLD and we look forward to meeting her in Darling next year!
Former President, Nelson Mandela and Tannie Evita
For more information on Evita Bezuidenhout, please visit her official website
South Africa loves you Tannie Evita!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
As promised, here it is!
Jason's album cover for "On The Run"
We chatted exclusively to 2009 Idols winner, Jason Hartman to catch up on the latest career developments and his debut album On The Run.
GL: Apart from what we read in magazines, who is Jason Hartman?
JH: I am just a human being! Nothing special. I will say I have had an interesting life so far! I grew up in the Natal Midlands and spent my days playing sport, fishing, camping, burning fire breaks, playing music. I have been a beekeeper, a forester, a recruitment
consultant, a gardener and a hippi! But mostly a musician. Oh and a Reiki practitioner!
GL: It’s obvious that music has always been a HUGE part of your life. Where do you want to take your career in 10 years from now?
JH: All over the world. I am only beginning to understand what music really means to me and who I really am. I think the two are linked somehow. Therefore, as I learn who I am, so will my music become what it will be. Hopefully I will grow as a man and so will my music. With a little luck, it will take me all over the world!
GL: Idols gave you the platform to build on this amazing profession, how does it feel looking back at the last year?
JH: It was an amazing life experience for me, both good and bad! I learnt a lot about myself especially my boundaries. I learnt how important family and friends really are and what is important in life. I also learnt how capable we are if we just put our minds to it. I pushed myself to extreme limits doing performances, the Movie, recording and attending functions, all over the country, so travel became part of my days and nights!
GL: According to reviews of your album, On The Run some of your fans commented “Out of this world” and “Jason is the only person that, in my opinion, entered this industry with a BIG BANG and continues to do so” Tell us something about your album that we don't know?
JH: It took 7 weeks to complete from start to finish. I don’t know how we did it! Most of the songs are original and most were written in the studio. I have a recorder on my phone which we record small ideas with my guitar and voice. It proved invaluable to us and most of the songs were just 20 second clips and the songs were born from there! I really love the recording process and can`t wait for the next album!
GL: … Lastly, do ever “Google” yourself?
JH: I did in the beginning just to see how many hits I had but that wears off very quickly! I am not interested to hear what people think about me out there! I actually wrote On The Run with that in mind!”You think you know me cause you`ve seen me on TV but I think I`m free to be what I wanna be, we seriously are deceived by what we see and what we read. Aint that the way they say it ought to be!” Chow, chow!
To all our readers along the Garden Route, catch Jason live at the Plettenberg Bay Barnyard Theatre on December, 23rd. To book please visit the Barnyard website
For more information on the man himself, latest news and upcoming shows, visit Jason’s official website on www.jasonhartman.co.za Catch his album, On The Run in a music store near you today!
Image via [ jason hartman official website ]
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Sindi Nene chatted exclusively to The GLD and despite the fact that she was eliminated last night – we know that this 22-year old is ready for serious business!
Watch out world, I'm on my way...!
GL: Sindi, what has been your highlight on the show?
SN: My highlight has definitely been the opportunity to perform live on television, but especially my “showstopper” performance of Single Ladies by Beyoncé.
GL: With your hectic schedule, how did you find time to unwind and relax?
SN: Well, I tried my best to sleep as often as time allowed and it helped a lot to relax both my mind and body.
GL: Future plans after Idols?
SN: Since I was a performer before Idols I will continue to pursue my career, bearing in mind that I have a lot more opportunities than before. I was a performer before, during and will surely be after Idols.
GL: Apart from yourself, among the Top 14 who would've been your pick as the next SA Idol and why?
SN: I know that every contestant in the Top 14 was extremely talented and had the power within them to have won Idols. Unfortunately in this competition there is only one winner – however, I believe most of the Top 14 have what it takes to be South Africa
GL: You are obviously a role model to many, any words of wisdom to your fans?
SN: Never loose sight of your dreams, always consult with the Man upstairs for direction and truth. Lastly, always trust yourself and lots of love to you all!
The race is surely not over for Sindi Nene, we salute you girl!
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