South African award-winning television presenter, radio and social media personality, Bonang Matheba is one of the top candidates in line to replace the American comedian and TV show host Steve Harvey, as the new host of Miss Universe pageant.
The Miss Universe organisation recently came under new ownership in Jakapong “Anne” Jakrajutatip and she has asked fans of the pageant to give suggestions as to who they want to be the new host.
Please Tell me! Thank you ? pic.twitter.com/XP79Nq2ALs
— Anne Jakrajutatip ? แอน จักรพงษ์ (@annejknofficial) December 6, 2022
The media personality is listed among the top hosts of many well-known female celebrities, including Jeannie Mai, Ashley Graham and Zuri Hall.
A media and news company called Bingeonpop tweeted the shortlist of the most popular candidates.
“Bonang Matheba, Jeannie Mai- Jenkins, Zuri Hall and Ashley Graham top list of candidates to replace Steve Harvey as the host of Miss Universe.”
Bonang Matheba, Jeannie Mai- Jenkins, Zuri Hall & Ashley Graham tops list of candidates to replace Steve Harvey as the host of Miss Universe. https://t.co/SOiNmlZQpp
— B!NGE (@bingeonpop) December 15, 2022
According to the Citizen, there are major changes under way at the Miss Universe organisation and the changes have left a gaping hole for a charismatic host.
South African social media users are hoping Bonang will be the one chosen to fill that void.
Steve Harvey parted ways with the organisation after five consecutive years of hosting.
The new owner in question is Jakapong “Anne” Jakrajutatip, CEO and biggest shareholder of JKN Global Group Pcl (JKN) (JKN.BK) is a business tycoon and a celebrity in Thailand, starring in local versions of reality shows Project Runway and Shark Tank.
Many of Queen B’s fans took to social media to put her name forward, here is what they had to say:
Honestly it’s not just Bonangs presenting it’s a package. It’s her energy, her voice, her laugh, her vibe, her professionalism, her style last but not least her beauty @Bonang GOD is in control ? Miss Universe Host?
— PinkyGal??? (@Pinky94928477) December 16, 2022
Queen B all the way.
Talented, great presenter, superb host, great energy! Humanitarian ambassador.
Everything looks good on her.
Bonang will bring in + 20mil new viewers to this show. Give it to @Bonang @MissUniverse— Bonny Masiane (@NanzaG) December 16, 2022
@Bonang will be the great host I’ve see all the nominated ladies and by far bonang is the best it will also be a game changer for @MissUniverse its time for Africa to shine
— nkateko dludlu (@team_mosha12) December 16, 2022
Also see: Bonang “Queen B” Matheba collabs with Steve Madden
