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Screen siren Lunathi Mampofu was one of the biggest winners last night at the 16th annual Feather Awards held at 1 Fox Street in Ferreirasdorp, Johannesburg.
Mampofu known for her acting roles in The River, 1802: Love Defies Time, Unmarried, Kings of Joburg and Fatal Seduction was named Best Styled Individual and Hot Chick of the Year.
Known for bringing her edge style on red carpets and social event, she beat rapper Maglera Doe Boy and media personality Nomalanga Shozi to scoop Best Styled Individual.
In the Hot Chick of the Year category, the 37-year-old actor beat global sensation Tyla and Ntokozo Mhlongo.
“As the excitement builds up for tonight’s Feathers Awards, I feel a blend of gratitude, pride, and anticipation. The journey that has brought me to this moment is filled with hard work, resilience, and a commitment to celebrating and uplifting the community,” Mampofu told Sowetan ahead of her wins.
“Being recognised at such a prestigious event is both humbling and empowering. It reminds me of the importance of using my voice and platform to inspire positive change. Tonight is not just about personal achievements — it’s a celebration of our shared experiences and the progress we’ve made together.