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10 November 2015
tame TIMES
Nádine – inspired by singing
An evening to REMEMBER
Garin Joemath 011 862 8500 Nádine Hoffeldt was born in Johannesburg on 28 February 1982 and is a South African Afrikaans singer, best known for the hit song Kaapse Draai. She has also recorded a number of songs in English. After beginning her career as a teenager in 1996, Nádine released eight albums and one DVD, with two certified platinum and four more certified gold. In 1997 she toured South Africa with Dutch singer Jan Smit, when her then manager Ian Bossert brought him to the country. She also performed at the Two Nations concert in 1997, along with the Spice girls Billy Ocean, for an audience that included Nelson Mandela and Princes Charles. Nádine was 13 when she released her first self-funded album, which was signed by Ian Bossert. The release of Simply Me, Nádine’s fifth, and again self-financed, CD produced the hit Kaapse Draai, which was nominated for the Geraas Awards as one of the top five songs in the country. Nadine says that singing inspires her and she always enjoys it to the fullest. “You only live once, so make the best of life and dreams,” she says. When asked what she has to say to inspire young people in their singing careers, she said that they should “not give up and strive forward to make the best of it.” Nádine was the first South African singer to
win the annual World Peace Song Festival and in 2012 she was nominated for a Fleur du Cap award for her role as the leading lady Mary Magdalene in a production of Jesus Christ Superstar in the same year. In 2014 she hosted the SABC2 music variety show Musiek Roulette, a unique combination of a variety/game/quiz show which is guaranteed to keep viewers glued to their seats and thoroughly entertained. This winning format is bound to ensure that SABC2 maintains its standing as the channel of choice when it comes to Friday evening entertainment.
SHOPPING BENEATH THE STARS: The Starlight Market is a popular event, attracting guests from surrounding suburbs and beyond. Seen here is Shaleen Olivier, Sylvia Dash and Cassandra Richardt from Figures Models, Bedfordview.
ENTERTAINING: A snake and reptile show Smilemakers entertained guests on the evening. Stoneridge Centre’s monthly Starlight Market was held on 30 October. The theme for the evening was Diwali and Halloween. The centre’s next Starlight Market will be
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held on 27 November to coincide with a Carols by Candlelight event and the Face of tame TIMES competition. For more information, visit www.stoneridge. co.za.
Lifting up the youth Heather Djunga
heather.djunga@tametimes.co.za
“If a woman is honest, has a pure heart and stays humble, it shows and she glows.” This is Monita Meyer’s take on what makes a woman beautiful. Meyer (28) will be among the panel of esteemed judges who will judge the upcoming Face of tame TIMES pageant on 28 November (see more on page 6). She is an award-winning model and a life skills and physical education teacher who is passionate about encouraging young people to be all they can be. “When children are guided and led to look after their health, physical fitness and appearance, they feel better and have more confidence.” She has been modelling since the age of eight. “My father worked at Miss South Africa and he used to take me with him to meet the contestants and watch the competitions,” she said. She was crowned winner of numerous competitions during her time with Figures Models and reached teacher's level in modelling at a very young age. Most recently, she was crowned runner-up in the Queen of The Universe pageant. She is also an organiser of modelling events at schools. “I believe I have been so successful because I always try to stay humble and treat all people with respect,” Meyer told the tame TIMES. “I have a passion to help others and encourage them to be the best they can be. I believe if it is your purpose it shall come to pass.” She is a strong Christian who serves the Lord with a deep devotion. “I strive to become more like Jesus every day,” she said. She is also passionate about dancing, travelling, nature and outdoor activities, like scuba diving. She said a community ambassador should
have the following traits: compassion for people, good communication skills, and a willingness to dedicate one’s time and be committed. “Everyone who enters the Face of tame TIMES should know that although it is a competition they must have fun and enjoy it. They must believe in themselves and know they are special and beautiful in their own way.” Her advice to the future Face of tame TIMES winner is: “A saying says with great power comes great responsibility. One should always stay humble and set a good example to those whom you encourage.” INSPIRING: Monita Meyer
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