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Rouge Joins “Scandal” as Darlene Myrie
Rouge steps into a new phase of her career with a move into television, taking on the role of Darlene Myrie in Scandal!. It is not a casual crossover. The shift places her in a long-running daily drama where consistency, character depth and audience retention carry more weight than personality alone.
For years, Rouge has worked within the structure of music, with a focus on delivery and timing. In joining Scandal!, she becomes part of a show that has run for over two decades, built on continuous storylines and established characters.
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Her character, Darlene Myrie, is introduced with a clear purpose. She arrives in Johannesburg following the death of her brother, Samka Myrie, and begins investigating what happened. This draws her into the world surrounding the Level Up Apartments, a setting already linked to tension within the storyline.
Darlene is positioned as a character who shapes events. She is described as calculated, adaptable and focused. She moves through different social settings while staying fixed on her objective.
Reports describe her as having a detailed background, including international exposure and the ability to adjust her identity when needed. She is presented as someone who understands both high-level social circles and local environments, allowing the storyline to move across different spaces.
Rouge – Instagram
The role requires controlled delivery. For Rouge, the transition will be judged by how convincingly she takes on a character written to handle tension, grief and confrontation.
Scandal! is approaching its final phase, with the show set to conclude after more than 20 years on air. Introducing new characters at this stage is aimed at maintaining audience interest as the story moves toward its conclusion. Rouge’s entry supports that effort by adding a new layer to the storyline.
Her move into acting follows a broader trend of artists stepping into other fields. In this case, Scandal! demands consistency in performance.
Rouge – Instagram
Initial reactions have been positive, with industry figures and audiences noting the shift. The key question is whether Darlene Myrie settles into the show’s structure without disrupting its balance.
Rouge’s entry into Scandal! builds on her existing career. It places her in a new space without moving away from the approach that shaped her work in music.
Darlene Myrie arrives with a defined personality and a storyline centred on loss and investigation. The focus now is on how the role is carried through on screen.
Lamiez Holworthy-Morule has been taken to hospital where she is undergoing an operation. Her management confirmed the news, saying her condition is not life-threatening.
The incident has forced Lamiez to put her professional commitments on hold. She was scheduled to attend several events in August, but they are all on hold.
According to a statement from her management, Lamiez required urgent medical attention. However, no details are given.
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Her management has confirmed that the situation is stable, although time is needed further to recuperate fully. They said:
“Lamiez Holworthy was rushed to hospital and required an emergency surgical procedure,”
Event promoters, organisers, clients and partners involved in her upcoming bookings will need to adjust their plans following the unexpected medical emergency.
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Meanwhile, management said events cancelled will be rescheduled once Lamiez has recovered. The new dates will depend on when she is cleared by the medical staff authorities. Their statement reads:
“This will affect remaining events tonight and on August 10…. “
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Furthermore, fans have shown concern since the news became public. There have been several messages of support and good. wishes shared online. Teboho Matima tweeted:
“Wish you a speedy recovery soon 🙏 our entertainer”
However, Lamiez’s management has not disclosed additional medical information. They request for understanding saying:
“We kindly ask that her privacy be respected.. .”
The entertainer’s temporary break from work shows the uncertainty that can come with an emergency medical situation. Despite having a busy professional calendar, her aim is recovering from the surgery.
Bonang Matheba will receive the Trailblazer Award at the 2026 Basadi in Music Awards to recognise her contribution to South African entertainment.
The ceremony will be hosted by Anele Zondo, Moozlie, Unathi, and Lerato Kganyago. This 2026 ceremony marks the fifth edition and is now a two-night celebration. The Vanguard Circle and Main Awards are part of the event.
Artists that will perform at the event include : Lira, Kelly Khumalo, Nothando Hlophe, MaWhoo, Thatohatsi, and Makhadzi. For Artist of the Year, Tyla, Ayra Starr, MaWhoo are among the top nominees.
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Responding to the award, Matheba said;
“Thank you to the Basadi in Music Awards for this incredible honour. To be recognised alongside women who’ve shaped this industry is a privilege I don’t take for granted.”
Matheba became the first South African celebrity to launch an online reality show and was named one of Forbes’ 50 Most Powerful Women in Africa.
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Matheba has attended various international events. Some events she attended are the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (2026) and Miss Cosmo Grand Finale in Vietnam (2025)
The organisers have introduced a Pan-African expansion for the fifth edition. Selected categories allow artists, creators, and other professionals beyond South Africa to participate.
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The main awards feature 28 categories covering different areas. Public voting for the competitive categories has closed, with the results verified before the ceremony.
According to the Basadi in Music Awards rules, the organisers can give additional honorary awards through a special committee. The award will be presented during the ceremony at Joburg Theatre on August 8. The theme is Rewind and the campaign Africa to the World.
Tems has become the first female Africaartist to be credited on an RIAA Diamond-certified single. The achievement came through Future’s hit song “WAIT FOR U,” featuring Drake and Tems.
The RIAA confirmed the certification as part of its latest list of award updates. Released in April 2022, Future single became a hit. The track includes Tems’ 2020 song “Higher,” The song gave Future his first chart-topping single as a lead artist.
The Diamond certification is one of the RIAA’s highest recognitions. It is awarded only after a song reaches at least 10 million certified units in the United States.
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Tems’ gained wider recognition with her 2019 single “Try Me” before achieving global success through Wizkid’s “Essence.” She has since collaborated with artists including Drake, Beyoncé, Future, and Brent Faiyaz.
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Her success is not just tied to streaming numbers alone. She won several international awards. She has a Grammy in the Best Melodic Rap Performance category and also four BET Awards. Her talent has earned her praise from different artists including Rihanna.
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While several African musicians have received multi Platinum certifications in the United States, Diamond status remains rare. Tems becoming the first African woman to earn the certification.
The RIAA Diamond certification shows how African artists continue to break barriers. As Tem’s international profile grows, this latest milestone will inspire more female artists to aim for global success.
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