Awards

A Second Win for Siyanda Bani at the Glamourous Awards

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6 months ago

21 July 2025

Siyanda Bani has done it again. For the second time, she walked away with the Best Personal Style award at the Glamour’s Most Glamourous Awards, and this moment felt even more meaningful.

The award, sponsored by Oriflame and presented by Glamour South Africa, celebrates people whose fashion choices reflect who they are, boldly, honestly, and creatively. Siyanda fits that perfectly. Her style doesn’t end at dressing her body; it also expresses her soul.

Siyanda Bani in a sleek outfit

In her own words, the win felt surreal… not only because of the title, but for what it represents. She called it a nod to all the effort that happens behind the scenes, the mood boards, the fittings, the risks. Everything no one sees, but makes the final look feel like magic.

On the night of the event, Siyanda showed up in a look that stopped time. She wore a bold black satin top with a plunging V-neck and sharp, tailored shoulders that gave it structure. Her arms were wrapped in sheer black gloves, adding a soft touch of vintage glamour. It was dramatic, but in the most elegant way.

Siyanda for her second time award for “personal style”

Below, she wore a high-waisted, blush-pink skirt with a rounded shape that gave her silhouette a sculpted, almost doll-like softness. A slim satin bow tied neatly at her waist, a small detail that pulled everything together. The contrast between the strong upper half and the soft lower half felt intentional. Like a balance between confidence and grace.

She completed the look with black pointed heels adorned with silver brooch-style embellishments. Her hair was sculpted into vintage waves at the front, and her earrings gave off a quiet sparkle. Everything about the look felt thought-out. Every piece belonged.

At the Glamourous Award

Glamour SA had described the award as one that celebrates people whose fashion demonstrates creativity and authenticity. Siyanda has done that, not once, but twice.

For Siyanda Bani, this was not about clothing, as she said in her caption, Storytelling through style isn’t just about looking good. It’s about feeling seen, while making others feel seen too. That’s the heart of her fashion, not just self-expression, but shared experience.

Siyanda Bani

She ended her post by thanking her glam team for helping her feel like a million bucks, and thanked her community for engaging with her work. It was the kind of win that reminds you why people fall in love with style in the first place.

When Siyanda shows up, she always says something with her dress, now that is something only someone with a personal style can do, and this second win proves the world is still listening.

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Teyana Taylor Wins Her First Golden Globes and Delivers an Emotional Speech

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2 days ago

13 January 2026

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Teyana Taylor won a Golden Globes Award at the 2026 Golden Globes Awards held on January 11, 2026 in Beverly Hills, California. She got the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in One Battle After Another.

Taylor was emotional when her name was called. When asked later about her reasons for being teary, she said she didn’t think she would but was happy about her victory.

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In her acceptance speech at Global Globes Awards 2026, Taylor thanked those who supported her. She praised her family, and her close friends. She acknowledged director Paul Thomas Anderson for his great vision and for believing in her.

Taylor’s message drew attention across the media and sparked discussions about diversity and visibility. She has shown how talent can make one famous in the entertainment space. Her performance in the movie was praised for standing out against a competitive field of nominees.

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Her message to you young girls watch read:

“To my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight, our softness is not a liability. Our depth is not too much. Our light does not need permission to shine. We belong in every room we walk into. Our voices matter and our dreams deserve space.”

Overall, Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globes victory reinforces her message of empowerment, perseverance, and representation. Her win highlighted the importance of diverse voices in Hollywood.

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SA’s Lisa Msiza Wins the Miss Deaf Universe Title

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1 month ago

9 December 2025

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Lisa Msiza has won the Miss Deaf Universe contest in Italy. She is now the first South African woman and Black woman to wear the crown. This achievement means a lot to South Africans and the Deaf community. The 25-year-old isn’t new to pageantry, as she won the Miss Deaf Africa award in 2024. She graduated from the University of Soweto and enjoys dance.

Lisa Msiza : Instagram

The Miss Deaf Universe pageant aims to promote inclusivity and creativity among Deaf people. All contestants will share their knowledge in advocacy, communication skills, and other important real-world issues. Msiza’s intelligence and composure stood out among the participants.

Lisa Msiza : Instagram

However, there were some challenges she faced early in the year. She publicly sought financial support to enable her participation in the contest. Her openness drew the attention of many people. It was seen as a sign of transparency and humility.

Mister and Miss Deaf 2025 : Instagram

Msiza was calm and focused throughout the competition. She answered all questions diligently, which showed she was prepared. Despite other candidates’ performance, her performance distinguished her.

After being crowned the winner, Msiza thanked those who supported her during her preparation phase. She also spoke about how the Deaf community in South Africa requires greater support and encouraged more support for events like this. Her message was centred on how Deaf individuals can gain visibility and how their talents can be harnessed.

Her victory was widely celebrated at home as many recognised the significance of the achievement. It shows the clear benefits of widening representation in a beauty competition. Msiza’s win reminds everyone that disability does not diminish skills.

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Tyla Wins Glamour Woman of the Year Award

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3 months ago

1 November 2025

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South Africa’s star Tyla, has won this year’s Glamour Woman of the Year Award. This shows that her work rate, intelligence and creativity has been rewarded. The award puts her among top global figures with huge influence in entertainment.

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One of what captured a global audience is Tyla’s mastery of music and her growing influence. Her hit single, “Water” was a huge success as it tended to be popular on many streaming platforms. The song was a combination of Amapiano, Afro-pop and R&B elements which shows how creative she can be. This song earned her a Grammy award and puts her among South African top artists ever.

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Tyla is a versatile personality who can perform different genres. She has attracted many South African music lovers to embrace gqom and Amapiano. Her recent EP, “We Wanna Party” quickly topped the charts and is now one of the most played songs in the world.

Winning the Glamour Woman of the Year shows her as a musician icon and cultural figure. It proves her influence isn’t limited to music alone, but covers fashion and storytelling. She is now adored in the industry due to her charm, confidence and work ethic.

Tyla: Instagram

This new milestone by Tyak shows international audiences are attracted to those who stick to their local identity. She reminds the world that African pop music is a movement with excellent creativity and rhythm.

For upcoming artists, Tyla’s story shows that success comes from being original. It shows how far discipline and persistence can take one to. As the Glamour Woman of the Year, Tyla’s status as one of South Africa’s top entertainers is reinforced.