Thandeka Tshabalala
Thandeka Tshabalala | |
|---|---|
| Born | Thandeka Tshabalala 1995 (age 30–31) Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa |
| Occupations |
|
| Years active | 2026–present |
Thandeka Tshabalala (born 1995) is a South African reality television personality and bookkeeper. She is best known as the 1st Runner-up of Big Brother Mzansi season 6.
Career
Before entering the Big Brother Mzansi house, Tshabalala worked as an international bookkeeper based in Italy.[1] She rose to national prominence after participating in the Big Brother Mzansi season 6 (Bazozwa) in January2026, where she became one of the most talked about housemates due to her outspoken personality and strong presence in the house.[2][3] On the 9th week, she was inducted in the finale with Liema and Trixie where they became the first 3 housemates to be inducted into the finals.[4][5] She finished the competition as the 1st Runner-up with 29,97%, where Liema Pantsi was crowned the winner.[6]
Public image
Tshabalala was often described as bold, unapologetic and highly visible during the Big Brother Mzansi season 6.[7][8] She earned nickname of the "Bazozwa Queen" among fans.[9][10]
Controversy
Tshabalala was accused of saying to Ilano that she has only been a woman for two minutes and the show has eventually gave her and fellow housemate Ramona strike.[11][12] The public signed a petition for her and Ramona to be disqualified from the show.[13][14]
Tshabalala was also involved in a widely reported rivalry with Liema Pantsi during the show.[15][16] Following the finale, she publicly questioned the fairness of the results, alleging production bias which generated significant public and media debate.[17][18]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Big Brother Mzansi season 6 | Contestant | 1st runner-up |
References
- ↑ Sibiya, Sibongumenzi (2026-03-29). "BBM star plans Mzansi-Europe lifestyle moves!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Komana, Itumeleng (2026-01-12). "Meet your Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 'Bazozwa' housemates". News24. Retrieved 2026-04-03.
- ↑ Sithathu, Nomathamsanqa (2026-03-25). "Everything Thandeka Tshabalala said about being the unapologetic runner-up of 'Big Brother Mzansi' S6". IOL. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Sithathu, Nomathamsanqa (2026-03-10). "'Big Brother Mzansi' season 6 finale: Thandeka, Trixie and Liema secure spots in final week". IOL. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-03-10). "3 Spots taken in 'Big Brother Mzansi' finale". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2026-03-27). "BBM S6 Bazozwa runner-up, Thandeka Tshabalala, on why she believes she's the season's winner". News24. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-03-18). "Mmeli believes Thandeka will win the ultimate 'Big Brother' prize". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Sithathu, Nomathamsanqa (2026-04-02). "Everything Thandeka Tshabalala said about being the unapologetic runner-up of 'Big Brother Mzansi' S6". Sunday Independent. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Seemela, Masego (2026-03-23). "Big Brother Mzansi runner-up Thandeka: 'I'm the undisputed Bazozwa Queen'". Sowetan. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Mdaka, Zintle (2026-03-25). "'I am the Bazozwa Queen' - Thandeka reflects on Big Brother Mzansi experience". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Komana, Itumeleng (2026-02-06). "Where is the wig? 5 Big Brother Mzansi highlights". News24. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Gwala, Nompilo (2026-02-06). "Big Brother Mzansi Under Fire Over Transphobic Remarks Directed at Ilano Sky". Mamba Online. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Tlhoaele, Kgalalelo (2026-02-09). "BBM scandal: Thandeka's family speaks!". Daily Sun. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Gwala, Nompilo (2026-02-09). "Big Brother Mzansi Hands Out Strikes After Transphobic Slurs Against Ilano Sky". Mamba Online. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Kamko, Aphiwe (2026-01-29). "Big Brother Mzansi S6 eliminates Marcia 'Cia' due to social anxiety, while Liema & Thandeka clash". News24. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Komana, Itumeleng (2026-02-20). "From 'handbag' insults to 'lazy' Liema - 4 Big Brother Mzansi highlights". News24. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Sithathu, Nomathamsanqa (2026-03-27). "'It's rigged!' Thandeka Tshabalala's explosive reaction to Liema Pantsi's 'Big Brother Mzansi' win". Sunday Independent. Retrieved 2026-04-02.
- ↑ Seemela, Masego (2026-03-22). "Liema Pantsi claims 'Big Brother Mzansi' title in powerful redemption win". Sowetan. Retrieved 2026-04-02.