Media personality, actress and all-round performer Khanyi Mbau has been one of South Africa's most sought-after
stars since 2004, when she became a household name playing Doobsie on SABC 2's hit soapie Muvhango. Ever since then she has nailed just about everything from acting, fashion, radio, music to television presenting. GLAMOUR reached out to Mbau to chat about the impact her fans have had on her, as well as the lessons she's learnt from them.
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GLAMOUR: Why do you think so many people around the country identify with you and your work?KM: I am a true being. I’ve grown in front of everyone. I’ve had my flaws, my mistakes, my victories out in the open and I have hidden nothing from those who support me. I have fallen many times and my fans have helped pick me up. I am literally a brand people can say they have watched transform and grow into what it is today.
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GLAMOUR: What was the biggest lesson your fans taught you about your career?
KM: The biggest lesson my fans have taught me about my career is that you need to be true to yourself and not hide your imperfections. They appreciate honesty. Honesty all the way – and that trust is something that needs to be earned.
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GLAMOUR: Can you share an instance where a fan has changed your life in some way?
KM: Absolutely! There was this one fan who did not like me at all. They used to drag me on social media all the time. They came up to me one day and told me that although they have never understood my values or how I make decisions or how I choose things in my life, the one thing they can appreciate is that I have always been honest and true to myself. The fact that I have been consistent and the fact that I have always done what’s true to me has made them respect me. It made me remember how important it is to be authentic and that’s a lesson which changed my life forever.
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