Somizi Buyani Mhlongo (born 23 December 1972) is a South African television presenter, choreographer, media personality and socialite.
He also appeared in films including Kein Himmel über Afrika (1993) and Cry, the Beloved Country (1995).
[10] He was also a lead judge on the former SABC 1 competition show Dance Your Butt Off alongside actress and dancer Khabonina Qubeka.
In 2016, Mhlongo premiered his reality show Living the Dream with Somizi which aired on Mzansi Magic.
[17] He choreographed many prominent events including the opening and closing ceremonies for the huge international football association FIFA for the 2010 hosting in his home country South Africa.
[21] In 2017, Mhlongo was named the ambassador for the satellite service DStv as for his notability on Idols South Africa which airs on two of their channels – M-Net and Mzansi Magic.
The book shares his life in showbiz, childhood, entertainment business, parents' roles, sexuality and friendship.
In 2017, he released his house-focused and gqom-influenced revival song "Ngibonile" featuring DJ and record producer Heavy K.[27] In 2021, Mhlongo recorded as a featured artist in Vusi Nova's song "Ntandane", from his Gospel-influenced album, Ngumama.
However, in 2017 rumors surfaced that he was dating South African model and entrepreneur Mohale Tebogo Motaung.
In March 2023, Mhlongo withdrew his divorce from Motaung, because it was revealed that their marriage was not legal in the eyes of the law, despite having a public wedding.