Living the Dream with Somizi
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South African superstar Somizi Mhlongo has always lived out his dreams – but in the past year, they have come crashing down. See how he dealt with everything life threw his way – all episodes now streaming.
The fifth season of Living the Dream With Somizi (LTDWS), winner of the 2020 SAFTA for Best Structured or Docu-Reality Show, is now streaming first on Showmax.
Season 5 picks up in the second half of 2021, in the aftermath of Somizi’s split from Mohale, Mohale’s accusations of abuse against Somizi, and the passing of Somizi’s mother, legendary actress Mary Twala (This Is Not A Burial, It’s A Resurrection). As the season starts, Somgaga’s career is at a crossroads: he is taking time off from Idols and Metro FM, and has replaced his management team with himself, as he looks to add a kids clothing store to the Sompirre.
“It’s been a rollercoaster,” says Somizi, “but the dream never dies, no matter how crazy things may get. Angeke. Life isn’t always easy, but we must remember that the hard times are there to teach us.”
Season 5 also sees Somizi exploring his calling and working on his relationships with his daughter Bahumi and his baby-momma, Palesa Madisakwane, who is still recovering from a horrific, near-fatal car crash in 2019.
Season 5 of Living The Dream With Somizi is streaming first on Showmax, with all episodes now available to binge-watch. Catch up on Seasons 1-4 on Showmax.
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Somizi & Mohale: End of the Road
Once a beacon in the struggle for LGBTQIA+ equality in South Africa, Somizi and Mohale’s union dissolved amid allegations of abuse and exploitation. This unauthorised documentary looks at the impact of their relationship.
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Somizi and Mohale’s union was a milestone moment for LGBTQI+ rights. The unauthorised documentary coming to Showmax on 25 August looks at their relationship and the aftermath.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 10: Siyashadisa futhi?
Living the Dream With Somizi episode 10 recap: Sommgaga is ringing in the changes as the show draws to a close.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 9: Let the blessings reign!
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 9 recap: This week we see Somizi building the Sompire and engaging with his ancestors.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 8: Letting loose and dinner dates
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 8 recap: From partying with Shawn to conflict with Bahumi, there’s never a dull moment for Somgaga.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 7: Talking legal matters with Lerato
In Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 7, Somgaga meets with his bestie, Lerato Sengadi-Tsambo, to talk about his divorce.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 6: Blocka, blocka, blocka!
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 6 recap: after an unwelcome phone call, Somgaga is on a “new year, who dis” mission.
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 5: Cape Town varbz and new resolutions
Living the Dream With Somizi Season 5 episode 5 recap: Somizi hosts a New Year’s dinner party to remember and reflects on 2021.
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