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News24
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Simphiwe Dana receives backlash after alleging ownership of ancient hairstyles
In indigenous times, hair was more than just a style - it was a symbol of identity, spirituality, economic status, and cultural heritage. As the saying goes, 'Your hair is your crown,' and for many, it continues to hold deep significance. But when Simphiwe Dana, the Afrocentric/Jazz musician, accused Nomzamo Mbatha and the Shaka iLembe crew of allegedly copying her signature hairstyles without credit, the debate surrounding cultural appropriation vs. appreciation was reignited. Read more | 'For the past five years I've been stolen from'- Simphiwe Dana reflects on career Simphiwe Dana is recognised for her powerful and spiritual music, as well as her bold fashion looks. Her hairstyles have become part of her staple pieces and artistic expression, showcasing her connection to her African heritage throughout her public career. Recently, actress Nomzamo Mbatha was the target of the 'Ndiredi' hitmaker's statement where she was publicly accused of copying her Afro-centric hairstyle ideas without any acknowledgment. The controversy began when Simphiwe took to her social media platforms X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to express her frustration in a now deleted series of posts stating, 'Honey, there's a difference between appreciation and appropriation,' with Nomzamo's pictures attached for reference. Moreover, she felt disrespected and taken advantage of, that Nomzamo's hairstyles particularly those in the Shaka iLembe - the historical series where Mbatha portrays Queen Nandi, were inspired by her own signature looks without any credit given to her. 'I'm fed up with brands appropriating my style. The least you can do is acknowledge where you got the ideas from. I'm talking to you Shaka iLembe and Nomzamo Mbatha. The other sister I won't mention. It started here. Appreciate, don't appropriate,' she tweeted. However, her outburst received much backlash despite her deleting her posts on both platforms, with many saying, she herself isn't the inventor of the hairstyles as she drew inspiration from ancient women, making example of the late Miriam Makheba. Nomzamo Mbatha and the Shaka iLembe production crew have not yet responded to these claims.
The Herald
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Simphiwe Dana dragged after accusing Nomzamo Mbatha of ‘stealing' her brand ideas
Singer Simphiwe Dana has come under fire after she accused actress Nomzamo Mbatha of copying her hairstyles. In a series of deleted X and Instagram posts, Simphiwe expressed frustration, claiming she was owed credit for inspiring Nomzama's hairstyles as well as the ones used on Shaka iLembe. 'I'm fed up with brands appropriating my style. The least you can do is acknowledge where you got the ideas from. I'm talking to you Shaka iLembe and Nomzamo Mbatha. The other sister I won't mention. It started here. Appreciate, don't appropriate,' she wrote. 'I don't know if it's a lack of creative thinking or what. I don't mind being appreciated. But stealing my brand ideas and not acknowledging me is foul, appropriative and exploitive. Stop.' Simphiwe's social media outburst received backlash with many comparing her hairstyles to those from way before her time.
News24
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Rorisang Thandekiso's big and beautiful hair
When we think of celebrities who have embraced the big hair look, Rorisang Thandekiso is at the top of the list. The TV and radio personality has taken South Africa by storm with her Christian movement, #JesusThisJesusThat. Over the years, she has explored various styles of big hair, and it has become her signature look. In her TRUELOVE interview in 2023, Thandekiso spoke about her fascination with big hair growing up, drawing her inspiration from amazing women like Nomsa Nene, Noxolo Grootboom and Diana Ross. In this interview she also speaks about how she navigated her hair loss journey as a public figure. We spoke to hairstylist Asiphe Sonjica on working with Rorisang, her hair evolution and her favourite looks. 'Rori has embraced and evolved in her well-known big and bold hairstyles quite well for the past years. I personally like how all her big hairstyles suit her, at some point I can't seem to have a clear vision of Rori without her big curly hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Asiphe Sonjica (@asiphe_sonjica) 'Even though for some events I go for a different look (hairstyles) depending on the occasion and the outfit of the day. I find her very interesting in a straight hair [look] even though she finds it very high in maintenance.' She says what sets Rorisang's hair journey apart from others in the industry is having to embrace and accept herself without any pressure of wanting to fit into social beauty standards. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) Asiphe shares that her most ultimate hairstyle on Rorisang. 'But most ultimate hairstyle has to be the one I did when we were shooting Wheel of Fortune a sleek back braided ponytail that created four different looks. I twisted and turned the tail to create a crown in front which left the crew stunned including contestants. 'What stood out about the hairstyle was the sleek back design something very different and you wouldn't imagine Rori in such kind of hairstyle. To end it with a braided crown was amazing and mind blowing my creative skills were on another level, at that moment I realised how precious it was to get such opportunities to showcase my talent in the industry.' From listening to her on the airwaves in the morning on Metro FM and seeing her on TV screens, it's clear that her beautiful aura and bold personality perfectly complement her big hair. Here are a few moments when she truly rocked her big hair: 1. The Disciple, Book Cover In 2024, Author was added onto her bio when she released her memoir titled The Disciple, in which she shares personal life lessons and experiences to inspire and guide others. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 2. Jazz in the lights MC What a breath of fresh air it is to witness a figure usually seen behind the pulpit now effortlessly commanding the stage at a jazz lineup in the park. She definitely showcased versatility that captivated the audience with her beautiful voice here and there. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 3. Big with a twist She has confidently explored various wigs and this one is a standout: a beautifully installed curly wig that we absolutely love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 4. Picture, perfect Over the years we've watched her grow on our tv screens from her Yo TV days to Metro FM and the recent Wheel of Fortune show. She has shared different looks outside the big hair we know and it has been beautiful. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt)
News24
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Rorisang Thandekiso big and beautiful hair
When we think of celebrities who have embraced the big hair look, Rorisang Thandekiso is at the top of the list. The TV and radio personality has taken South Africa by storm with her Christian movement, #JesusThisJesusThat. Over the years, she has explored various styles of big hair, and it has become her signature look. In her TRUELOVE interview in 2023, Thandekiso spoke about her fascination with big hair growing up, drawing her inspiration from amazing women like Nomsa Nene, Noxolo Grootboom and Diana Ross. In this interview she also speaks about how she navigated her hair loss journey as a public figure. We spoke to hairstylist Asiphe Sonjica on working with Rorisang, her hair evolution and her favourite looks. 'Rori has embraced and evolved in her well-known big and bold hairstyles quite well for the past years. I personally like how all her big hairstyles suit her, at some point I can't seem to have a clear vision of Rori without her big curly hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Asiphe Sonjica (@asiphe_sonjica) 'Even though for some events I go for a different look (hairstyles) depending on the occasion and the outfit of the day. I find her very interesting in a straight hair [look] even though she finds it very high in maintenance.' She says what sets Rorisang's hair journey apart from others in the industry is having to embrace and accept herself without any pressure of wanting to fit into social beauty standards. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) Asiphe shares that her most ultimate hairstyle on Rorisang. 'But most ultimate hairstyle has to be the one I did when we were shooting Wheel of Fortune a sleek back braided ponytail that created four different looks. I twisted and turned the tail to create a crown in front which left the crew stunned including contestants. 'What stood out about the hairstyle was the sleek back design something very different and you wouldn't imagine Rori in such kind of hairstyle. To end it with a braided crown was amazing and mind blowing my creative skills were on another level, at that moment I realised how precious it was to get such opportunities to showcase my talent in the industry.' From listening to her on the airwaves in the morning on Metro FM and seeing her on TV screens, it's clear that her beautiful aura and bold personality perfectly complement her big hair. Here are a few moments when she truly rocked her big hair: 1. The Disciple, Book Cover In 2024, Author was added onto her bio when she released her memoir titled The Disciple, in which she shares personal life lessons and experiences to inspire and guide others. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 2. Jazz in the lights MC What a breath of fresh air it is to witness a figure usually seen behind the pulpit now effortlessly commanding the stage at a jazz lineup in the park. She definitely showcased versatility that captivated the audience with her beautiful voice here and there. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 3. Big with a twist She has confidently explored various wigs and this one is a standout: a beautifully installed curly wig that we absolutely love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt) 4. Picture, perfect Over the years we've watched her grow on our tv screens from her Yo TV days to Metro FM and the recent Wheel of Fortune show. She has shared different looks outside the big hair we know and it has been beautiful. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rorisang Thandekiso (@rorisangt)
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Natalie Portman Proved, Once Again, That She's a Loyal Middle Part Supporter
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The middle part vs. side part debate is seemingly never-ending, but if I had to ask Natalie Portman where she stands on the topic, I'd instantly know her answer based on her look during her most recent outing. The Black Swan actress was spotted out running errands in New York on June 29, and she looked casual as ever in a black t-shirt, slightly torn jean shorts, black sneakers, and sunglasses. She also wore her grown-out, dark brunette lob in a pretty casual style with a middle part and natural waves. Portman is no stranger to the middle part, as it seems to be her go-to when styling her hair. Back in May, she was spotted out in New York ahead of her appearance on an episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and she wore her long bob with a middle part and flipped under ends. Shortly after that, she attended a Dior fashion show in Rome, where she pulled her hair back into a slick ponytail with a middle part once again. Middle parts have never exactly gone out of style (and they likely never will), but with the side part making a much-needed comeback in recent years, we can see why the question of which of these styles reigns supreme is still debated. While I'm side part apologist myself, there are tons of hairstyles that look amazing when worn with a middle part, so I can see why it's been named the supreme hairstyle in the eyes of Gen Z. If you've been looking to hop on the middle part trend, keep reading for product recommendations that'll help you style your hair like a pro. To achieve a bone straight look, grab a flat iron. This one in particular has ceramic plates and is made with anti-static technology that keeps the hair silky with little to no flyaways. View Deal You can also add a snap clip to either side of your head to keep the hair out of your face. It's the ideal summer hair accessory. View Deal If your hair falls a little flat when worn straight, this spray will add volume and extra hold. View Deal
