Zodwa Wabantu joins the celebrity panel for ‘Comedy Central Roast of Pearl Thusi’

The celebrity roasters for the Comedy Central Roast of Pearl Thusi, presented by Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind, are gradually being revealed, and the panel promises to be full of fire.

From the sharpest judge on Idols South Africa to some of pop culture’s most notable figures, this group is set to bring the heat.

Comedian David Kau and controversial socialite Zodwa Wabantu will join fellow panellists Randall Abrahams, Busiswa, and Farieda “Pharoahfi” Metsileng to roast actress and TV presenter Pearl Thusi.

Zodwa Wabantu, known for her unapologetic and outspoken nature, will be no stranger to controversy during the roast. “I am bold and unapologetic in what I do, and I recognise the same traits in Pearl. We are both tough cookies who can give as good as we get,” said Wabantu. ”

However, that doesn’t mean I’m going to hold back when the chips are down – she is fair game and must not expect any special treatment from me!”

David Kau, a seasoned comedian and one of South Africa’s most beloved stand-up acts, is no rookie when it comes to roasting. “Having recently roasted Mzansi during the ‘DemoCrazy: A Roast of South Africa’ event to celebrate (and send up) 30 years of democracy, I’m all fired up to take on another Roast!” Kau shared.

“I’m sure the #RoastofPearl will once again prove that comedy has the ability to cross cultural divides and unite South Africans in the common language of laughter. Pearl’s Roast is going to get spicy – very, very spicy!”

The #RoastofPearl will be recorded at Gold Reef City’s Lyric Theatre on November 21, 2024, and will air on Comedy Central (DStv Channel 122) on December 8, 2024, at 21:00.

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