When SA’s multi award winning gospel singer Dr Rebecca Malope revealed that her real name is Batsogile Lovederia Malope she surprised many fans, including us. We are curious about other local celebs and what their real names are.
Stage names are not uncommon in the entertainment industry and most celebs have one.
Often a stage name just sounds and looks better in lights and on billboards, and definitely elevates your cool status (ask any rapper)
‘Dumi Hi Phone hit maker’ – Sho Madjozi (Maya Wegerif)
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Penny Penny – (Eric Nkobane)
Dr Rebecca Malope (Batsogile Lovederia Malope)
Gigi Lamayne – (Genesis Gabriella Tina Manney)
Kwesta – (Senzo Mfundo Vilakazi)
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Nasty C – (David Junior Ngcobo)
J’Something – (Joao da Fonseca)
