Saturday marked the premiere day for The Masked Singer South Africa. The release of the much-anticipated first episode was celebrated with a premiere screening, where many local celebrities attended.
Fans were able to view the premiere episode on their TVs at 18:30 on SABC 3 and then 20:30 on SABC 1.
Held in Hyde Park, Johannesburg, the red carpet was rolled out for the event and had many stars – from soccer players to reality TV show contestants – in attendance.
Entertainment commentator Phil Mphela shared pictures of the celebs and what many were missing out on.
We are at the premiere screening of #TheMaskedSingerSA @SABC3 pic.twitter.com/ZEO6R7V4RT
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
Spotted at the event was, of course, the show’s producer, Anele Mdoda.
SPOTTED: Anele Mdoda
The radio personality, tv host and television producer is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/fMKluQgi5D
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
Anele also thanked the attendees. “Thank you so much for giving us your Saturday evening.”
SPOTTED:
Anele addresses guests at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports #MaskedSingerSA pic.twitter.com/7HRPoOd9bv
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
The radio host and producer was also seen with the SABC’s Head of Content Lala Tuku and Primedia Group CEO Jonathan Procter.
SPOTTED:
Anele with SABC Head of Content Lala Tuku and Primedia Group CEO Jonathan Procter
They are at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports #MaskedSingerSA pic.twitter.com/zg704mFVng
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
The show’s host Mpho Popps also rocked the red carpet. “Mpho Popps is so perfect for this show,” tweeted Phil.
SPOTTED:
Mpho Pops
The multi talented star and host of #TheMaskedSingerSA is at the premiere screening of the @SABC3 show in Johannesburg #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/RJNpCVRZPn
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
One of the four detectives, Sithelo Shozi, looked glamorous in a Taússy Daniel dress, styled by Phupho Gumede K.
SPOTTED: Sithelo Shozi
The DJ and tv personality is wearing Tausy Daniel NYFW 2023.
Styled by Phupho Gumede K
Sithelo is at the premiere of #TheMaskedSingerSA #MaskedSingerSA in JHB#KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/fja7H1dglQ
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
Soccer stars were also in attendance at the event.
Orlando Pirates player Kermit Erasmus and Polokwane City player Mpho Makola looked casually cool on the red carpet.
SPOTTED: Kermit Erasmus
The Orlando Pirates player is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/5udhuUfF8r
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
SPOTTED: Mpho Makola
Polokwane City player is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/rOXBvuimNw
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
Former Survivor South Africa contestant and Channel Africa host Palesa Tau dazzled in all black while Galaletsang Koffman showed up and showed out in shades of nude.
SPOTTED: Palesa Tau
Former Survivor South Africa contestant and Channel Africa host is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/4PyOYecD9t
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
SPOTTED: Galaletsang Koffman#TheRiver1Magic star is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports #MaskedSingerSA pic.twitter.com/IRzBZn374I
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
Among other guests, singer-songwriter Nathi Mankayi and gospel singer Hle also graced many with their presence.
SPOTTED:
Nathi Mankayi
The singer/songwriter is at the premiere screening of @sabc3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA held in Johannesburg #KgopoloReports pic.twitter.com/RCeTFZksAo
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
SPOTTED: Hle
The gospel singer is at the premiere screening of @SABC3 new show #TheMaskedSingerSA, held in Hyde Park. #KgopoloReports #MaskedSingerSA pic.twitter.com/cUHooBKkwo
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 3, 2023
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