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News24
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘I grew up a homophobic kid' - Phila Madlingozi acknowledges his wrongs and aims to evolve
He has learnt the important lesson of loving all people, he says. Phila Madlingozi - son of legendary musician, Ringo Madlingozi, has proven himself to be a talented actor, singer, rapper and filmmaker in his own right. From his breakout role in SABC1's 'Intersexions,' to Mzansi Magic's 'The Queen' acting the role of Buntu Titi, a homophobic and misogynistic man, and Gqeberha the Empire as Ntando to his music career, it's no doubt that Phila Madlingozi has been making waves in the South African entertainment industry. Read More | 'As'phekeleni umyeni wami' sensational cook, Mbali Skosana shares details of abusive marriage However, Phila has not only made significant strides in the entertainment industry but has also garnered considerable attention on social media, often finding himself embroiled in various controversies. One notable incident occurred in 2024, when he was involved in a public dispute on TikTok with Dominic Zaca, an LGBTQ+ member and activist, the controversy extended to other social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), garnering a lot of attention. The altercation stemmed from alleged homophobic remarks Phila had made to Dominic saying he was a 'fake LGBTQ+ activist' and accused Dominic of baiting homophobic individuals in order to have them fired at their jobs, and Dominic retaliated in a video addressing him. The incident raised questions about Phila's character, with some drawing parallels between his on-screen persona in Mzansi Magic's 'The Queen' and his real-life behaviour, suggesting that 'art mimics life.' Recently, Phila has taken to social media to acknowledge that he grew up homophobic and that he has evolved with life teaching him to be kind a bit more. 'Acknowledging my wrongs helps me evolve. I grew up a homophobic kid. Life taught me to live, love and respect people,' the caption reads. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Phila Harmony Madlingozi (@phila_madlingozi)
eNCA
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- eNCA
Ringo Madlingozi releases new album
JOHANNESBURG - Legendary musician Ringo Madlingozi is back with another album. 'Ikhwelo' has 15 tracks reflecting on loving yourself and others, unity and hope. The award-winning musician has been in the music industry with hit after hit for decades now.
