Young, Famous & African (2022– ) User Reviews

Cringe worthy

[stimaberry · 6/10 · 27 March 2022]

It's like an accident that you cannot help but look at. These people are all very beautiful but the in-fighting kills me. How do you treat friends this way?

The most cringe worthy was how it was stated in the first episode that they are rich and how they want to show the world that they are not part of third world countries 😲

I hope they all donate to worthy causes in Africa.

I'm proud of this!!!

[PsyrusKobe · 4/10 · 20 March 2022]

I won't say it's the best show but I love it. Finally a show about Africa which isn't about poverty and hunger!

I'm a filmmaker, so I'm enjoying the best of cinematography and editing. The Drama is too notch, my first ever reality show to complete. My wife was even shocked because that's her thing and for me to even recommend to her.

If you want to see a different side of Africa, just watch!

Glad to see this

[yolandabean · 6/10 · 21 March 2022]

I am so happy that this exists however the involvement and sensitivity of most of the cast has thrown me but.... More shows like this will allow us to better understand the cultures.

Young Fake and African

[beso-langa · 2/10 · 11 April 2022]

Too much superficial anecdotes and surprisingly not enough raw content. All the characters flash bling that is not theirs and pretend to have it all when in fact they aint got s#!t.

The portrayals of these characters lacked one fundamental aspect to making this show work, that is real GO GETTERS in the likes of South Africa's own rapper and glitz man CASPPER NYOVEST. Had he been cast the show would have had depth and the content would make the FAMOUS part of the title be an equal measure of PROSPERITY. This show doesn't even give the audiences a glimpse of what all these people's claim to fame. Sorry but poor content.

Boring

[juice19 · 2/10 · 6 April 2022]

I was so excited for this show. I thought I was going to see some lavish parties with a little drama. But all they showed was the guys talking about how much they cheat on their girlfriends and wives and have a ton of babies with other women. They all had the same story. So boring.

Trash

[gritfam-43493 · 1/10 · 27 March 2022]

Am african but this is just pute trash, copying american trash and making it african. Dont waste your time.

Too much petty drama, fake hair, fake accents, fake eveyrthing. Too much brain washed.

So uncomfortable

[joshjohnsonwoodwinds · 2/10 · 25 May 2022]

I wanted so, so much to like this, because I very much wanted to finally see Africa and Africans portrayed as the strong, incredible, talented, kind people that they are, but alas, what we got was a sort of pantomime of stereotypes (the blinged-out rapper with X-number of unknown kids, men who brag about cheating, women who either cut other women down and flash their money or whinge about how bad their men treat them but they stay because it's "real love"), and an almost desperate undertone of wanting to please the very Western colonize they claim to despise and show that they, too, can be just as shallow, evil, mean-spirited, vapid, slutty, and tacky as their white counterparts.

Excess-African Style

[Saoustou88 · 10/10 · 19 March 2022]

The show is giving us drama with a capital D. A different über glamorous world entirely and seeing how some live in Sandton Town Johannesburg (where this is set), one can easily compare it to Selling Sunset. Especially with the styling, the flash homes, the luxury cars, romances etc etc. There are some characters here that are TV gold!! Nadia the rapper, Annie the long suffering cute wife a former actress and Naked the famous DJ whose tongue is sharper than a blade and who swanks TWENTY FOUR SEVEN. These three cast members are absolutely hilarious and I enjoyed watching them in action. Not sure if the storyline is a reality TV fantasy or facts but either way, it's highly entertaining and fun.

Don't take it seriously

[pinkblueberrycat · 7/10 · 16 April 2022]

One of the silliest shows I've seen in awhile. However, I don't feel like it's trying to hide how ridiculous it is, which means that it's fun. It's incredibly chaotic and I cannot keep track of what's going on (perhaps I'd struggle less if I knew the South African context better). There could have been a clearer narrative for dumb Westerners like me who have no idea who any of these people are. And there's some gross sexism displayed by male cast members that it would have been nice to unpack a bit more. But overall, am I entertained? YES. And the cliffhanger at the end of S1 is unreal. I need to know what happens next, please and thank you!

Negative people

[alexisklynch · 1/10 · 20 March 2022]

They are all beautiful, and its good to see successful black women and men on the screen. However, the attitude of every one but zari, is just sour and petty. They are all so hypocritical and just nah. I would have enjoyed this show if they weren't to make the good hearted one out to be the enemy.

Loved this !! When is Season 2?

[amandaslimming · 9/10 · 22 March 2022]

TBH not a reality show fan, but binged watched the season. Wonderful to see beautiful Sistahs and handsome brothers gracing the screen. Each personality is unique and different. I truly enjoyed the transparency. I laughed, teared up and enjoyed every moment. Well done, congratulations and Thank you for creating this for us to enjoy. Xx.

The directors need to do better

[rilinafiu · 6/10 · 25 May 2023]

There's so much I wanna say about this latest season but first and foremost season 1 was way much better, season 2 was not bad but seriously heavily lacking and almost borderline boring/stupid. I blame the new personalities they invited into the show/group. Let's start of with Luis, can I have a Namibian tell me how to pronounce this man's name cause why were ppl calling him all sorts of diff things, Lewis, Louie, Lewish, Louise, I was so confused; anywho this man was just too fresh off the water, for someone who isn't known outside of the deserts of Namibia he came off so pretentious and bold in the beginning as if he's been doing this since day one, this is his debut and he was walking on paws of ppl who are known all over africa and experts in their field, closer to the end I felt sorry for him because you can't even blame him. Then there's fantana, they clearly only added her and Luis cause ppl had been complaining where's the young in young famous and African but who is she??? Cause no one in Ghana knows who u are. The second she spoke and I heard the American accent I was so confused cause I thought the show would be Africans born and raised who made it in africa. But that's not even the issue, her entire mannerism and behavior was so American it was just pissing me off like pls don't let thsi girl come back, when she started correcting zaris English I was pissed cause here's someone who speaks at least 6 languages and taught diamond English and you out here being disrespectful. She was just out yapping her mouth n carrying American values to a place that don't give a f3ck. I think bonangs issue was just miscommunication cause everyone in the show was just gossiping n u can see them lying to each other or twisting what someone else said. I find it funny that they brought in Sebo and Rosette when Bonang left when they should've brought them in since the beginning of season 2. Annie's stylist should be fire. Zarinah Hassan stay being a queen. Diamond is the devil. Swanky year of fame getting to his head. Khanyi should just stay in Dubai cause it don't even look like she interested in continuing with a season 3. Everyone else lowkey irrelevant.

NOT IMPRESSED

[thahacksolany · 1/10 · 28 March 2022]

The show made me feel annoyerd the way the girls ganged up on Zari was unreal. She truely is a boss lady, and she showed class. Those other girls were trying so hard. The most boring bits were Annie scenes and her negativity. Promoting bullying.

Utter garbage

[frederic86 · 1/10 · 20 March 2022]

Each second I'm exposed to this makes me feel more and more empty inside. It's completely, utterly devoid of any substance or meaning. When you have watched an episode of this, you have watched nothing at all. Nihilistic "entertainment".

No Authenticity

[aliciafarrell-48264 · 1/10 · 18 April 2022]

Last thing I want to watch is a bunch of fake drama on people who want to pretend they're American or first world culture. Take your money and build up your country instead of pretending to be African. It's a disgrace to even relate yourself to the majority of African's who are dying, need basic aid, water and food. Act your culture - you'll never be A-list.

The wohle show is on a new level of FAKE trash entertaiment!

[MaThoBli · 1/10 · 31 May 2023]

From my point of view, this is one of the most pointless and meaningless reality shows in history. The whole show is actually rubbish. It's about people who constantly fight because of too big egos, who have lost touch with reality and never seem to have learned to talk with each other. Even the smallest misunderstandings lead directly to a huge drama. Actually, I can't say what the show is about at all, because everyone is constantly b*tching at each other. My wife is from Tanzania (East Africa) just like Diamond Platnumz and she is ashamed that these people on Netflix represent a part of the African population.

Although everyone in the group talks about friendship and family all the time, the group only has arguments, gossip, negative energy, and lies. They don't even sit together and have a nice chat. Within a few minutes, there are always allegations and someone verbally attacks someone else. They don't behave like friends/family, but like prisoners who have to share a prison cell in a prison and as a viewer you don't even know why these people spend time together if it's not just about profiting from the other's popularity somehow.

In addition, some of the characters seem to live in a kind of parallel universe. They twist narratives, events, deny responsibility despite guilty and act like they are rich SUPERstars and A-celebrities, despite the fact that very little official information can be found about them online. Above all, Swanky (Jeremiah Ogbodo) attracted particularly negative attention with his haughty, arrogant, manipulative and not self-reflective manner. His behavior towards Luis Munana in particular was ridiculous and repugnant and when he claimed it was Luis' own fault if people thought he was evil because he didn't fight back enough, I almost exploded. More victim blaming is almost impossible.

No to Fantana

[adoraomo · 3/10 · 21 May 2023]

I loved the first season. Annie, Khanyi & Zari and Andile are stellar characters but this addition of Fantana depreciates the whole show. If I wanted to watch Love & Hip Hop I would, and I don't. Luis is a great addition to the cast but again Fantana cheapens the entire season. It's a shame as I was looking forward to this. The stories are interesting and a bit deeper than last especially with the addition of Luis and his backstory. It's good to hear more about stories origin as well well each character's country's traditions. The styles are even more elevated this season with the original cast and Luis and wigs are elevated for sure. Please steer clear of the LHH model with this show, it bring down the entire value.

Great Images of Africans and Beautiful Production

[ykmays30 · 10/10 · 20 March 2022]

I really love, love this series!!! I love the story line and how family was at the core and resolving their issues individually but remaining intact as family & friends. I actually enjoyed this more then some of the "US Reality Shows". I also loved how well the filming was done the opulence was very exquisite and tasteful. I wish there were more episodes and I can't wait for session 2 with 10-12 episodes.

South Africa Johannesburg is on my bucket list to see it all of the beauty.

GLAD THERE IS A SEASON 2!! IGNORE THE HATERS

[naningakoei86 · 8/10 · 20 May 2023]

Anyone giving this show a low rating has their own issues. I have watched lots of reality shows and this one served everything we are looking for in a reality show...drama,romance,and ironically an escape from our own reality. Nothing cringe about it,its a great break from the typical potrayal of africans and I love it. Giving us all a chance to dream..so yes they have bling but what were people expecting...cow skin around their neck??? If youre not a fun of reality shows its very simple..dont watch it. Yes we all long to see some real african culture ...but heres the real fact..most africans lost their culture decades ago and we all know why...The haters should quit whining and let the show members enjoy their money. They owe no one or no charity their hard earned money.

AMAZING

[segarinnaj · 10/10 · 20 March 2022]

Love every minute of this show. Loved the cast so much and the Annie story line was everything.

Zari brought enough entertaining drama. I also loved the fashion, cars, infact everything about this show was top notch production

Can't wait for season 2.

Ah-Mazing

[kemiog · 10/10 · 20 March 2022]

It's 2:30 am and I literally just binged all 7 episodes. Every time I said I would go to sleep the episode would drag me in more and more. And that last episode; WHOA! I am a black American and I've always had an interest in South Africa and this certainly did not disappoint. It's was glitz, glamor, drama all rolled into one series. And did I mention how gorgeous every single person was! I loved everything about it.

Unique and different

[bconcreteservices · 10/10 · 21 March 2022]

Their reaction is more uplifting and unique than the US shows for a change. All the characters did well with the exception of Zari whom I found was artificially looking to get people into trouble.

I love this show.

[sharissecrets · 10/10 · 4 April 2022]

Every moment is met with meaning and dignity and such perfection. Gave me everything I knew I wanted from reality TV and more I need another season immediately. All the people give me life .Swanky is my favorite that style that class !!! But the women Annie, Khayani,Nadia Kayleigh, and the lady boss Zari omg I'm flooded with emotions everyone of you are pure African Queens thank you .thank you you give me pure joy !!!!! Please I need season 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10.

Ummm

[tashayashop · 9/10 · 19 May 2022]

Good show. Loved Zari, Nadia, Andile, and Swanky even though Swanky is not being a mutual friend. Annie is a BIG A** CRY BABY. She can say how she feel but when somebody else speak up it's a problem. Dimond did a little to much for my liking. Kharyi is fine until the attention is not on her. I like her but I don't understand why all the girls is trying to gang up on Zari. Also I like Kayleigh and Naked.

Really impressed with season 2! Entertained!

[JeffDamulira · 8/10 · 22 May 2023]

The first season was 7, since there was less depths in comparison to season 2. The season 2 is up there with Love & Hiphop Atlanta as I have been equally entertained from those US shows, also there is a mix of different elements of British and US reality TV shows of style of directing, setting, visuals, scenes, and flamboyance. However, during season 2 is more depths to the cast, you see a different side of some of the new cast. Though, musicians such as Diamond tends to disappear in various of episodes due to busy schedule of touring. However, there are speculation that a lot of these shows is staged, though I was thoroughly entertained with season 2, which was a much better upgrade to season 1, which was little bit shallow for some of my relatives. Moreover, I was very impressed with the EQ level of Aunt Zari in few episodes, though she reflected the savagery towards Fantana in several arguments. However, 2baba cracked me up at some scenes, he's funny as hell. Nevertheless, if you enjoy shows such as Love & HipHop Atlanta, then you might enjoy watching this show on Netflix, since it has style, flamboyance, drama, interesting dialogue and amazing scenery.