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Episode recaps of the SABC2 reality dance competition |
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SCD Finale: HHP And Hayley Are The Champs!
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Friday, July 13, 2007
by TVSA Newsdesk
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After eight gruelling weeks learning and performing the dark art of ballroom dancing, rapper HHP and his professional dance partner Hayley Bennet beat presenter Candice Moodley and partner Quintus Jansen to be crowned 2007 Strictly Come Dancing champions.
With a headstart from the judges and audience votes HHP and Hayley captured the attention of the audience as well and walked off with the trophy of the show’s third season and R20,000 each.
"I'm absolutely thrilled that the dancer that sat in my cast meeting and tried to cry off with nerves and commitments has cleaned up," said Kee-Leen Irvine, executive producer of the show, in obvious reference to HHP.
"Hayley and HHP have rocked as a team and delivered the goods each week with something different and exciting."
Celebrities who attended the finale included Cindy Nell, Danny K (is there any event he's not at?), Michael Mol, Penny Lebyane, Pabi Moloi and previous participants like Patricia Lewis and past season contender, Michelle Garforth, not to mention TVSA's own Brown Shuga (Lelo Boyana).
In the last week of training Candice asked, “do we have to?” but then she got to Wish Upon a Star when she and Quintus took to the floor for the Fox Trot.
Lillian proclaimed they had found the pot of gold while Tyrone sappily said Candice had changed from a non-dancer to someone who could dance to the end of the rainbow.
HHP and Hayley who were hot with the judges last week thrilled the audience and judges alike with a jive to the music of Grease Lightning.
Judges enthused with comments like "you were like grease lightning" in Dave’s rather unoriginal opinion, and Lillian going one better by calling them "white lightning", an uncharacteristically obscure reference.
At the end of the first round the scores were 33 each, which set the scene for one of the couples to dazzle with a dose of competitive drama.
Both couples were challenged to create an interpretive dance sequence to a piece of music chosen by the judges, entitled “You’ll never find.”
In a training session, Quintus parodied, “you’ll never find a nine in this competition” and unfortunately it foretold the judges’ scoring for that round, in which the highest was an 8 from Salome.
Tyrone said he was not moved and David agreed that he found the Latin lacking.
Dancing to the same song, HHP and Hayley waltzed off the floor with remarks like “best ever” from Salome, with Lillian praising Candice or her technique and raising the bar.
Dave, heaping cheese upon praise, said they told a story in each dance and added "awesome" to his babble. The first 10 of the evening was offered by Lillian in that round, with all other judges throwing in their 9s.
This brought the second round score to a 70/63 lead for HHP and Hayley, a more than subtle hint that they were favoured by the judges.
In the final dance, which was freestyle, the couples chose their own music and Quintus found the 9 he was looking for from Dave, who commented that Candice “threw off the chains of inhibition.”
Manning up slightly, he added that the performance was "wicked".
Salome remarked that Candice “outdid” herself, Lillian described her lift as “magnificent” and even Tyrone warmed up to some favourable form, adding “precision", "elegant" and "quality" to his list of adjectives.
In his closing comments Quintus said, “Even though we are not the winners we have still won”. Uh, sorry to break it to ya buddy, but no - you didn't win. HHP did. We appreciate your sentiment nonetheless.
For HHP and Hayley the Freestyle section lent itself to their almost faultless form. For the three judges Lillian, Salome and Dave a 10 was the obvious score, but Tyrone, although he described their performance as “fabulous”, only managed an Inconsistent Eight (save us - we're turning into Barry Ronge!).
At the end of round three the scoreboard was showing a tally of 108 for HHP and Hayley and 95 for Candice and Quintus out of a total 120, making the hot, hip-hop and happening performer and Hayley the clear favourite of the judges.
The evening was rounded off with a performance by all the season's contestants, followed by one from Craig Smith and Nathalie Woolf, who recently won the ballroom dancing championships in Blackpool in the UK.
And that's it for another year - considering the decent ratings of the show, we imagine it will be back next year.
Until then: congratulations HHP and Hayley, commiserations Candice and Quintus, and bugger off Ian and Sandy. It's enough now. Come on.
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Replies: 47 You must be a TVSA member to post a reply |
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tight
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7/13/2007 6:01:02 AM |
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| Congrats!!! HHP and Hayley.You guys deserve it. |
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Lahvee
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7/13/2007 6:14:02 AM |
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| Glad to see my votes counted... We love HHP!! He's the man!! Congrats to him and Hayle!! Hayle has a stunning body!! |
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Rouza
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7/13/2007 6:39:35 AM |
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| Congrats to you Jabba and Hayle. |
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sponono
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7/13/2007 6:49:06 AM |
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Wow the guy looks genuinely happy, congrats to him, and i think he was having a good time all along even if he didnt win...but winning is a bonus.....
CONGRATS HHP |
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Beyonce
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7/13/2007 7:10:22 AM |
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| Wow, congratulations HHP and Hayley |
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Tee
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7/13/2007 7:11:01 AM |
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| Congrats to HHP & Hayle - they were so entertaining. I voted and finished my airtime I am glad he won. Eish I feel you Lavhee with Hayle's bod - I am taking up dancing lessons from now on. |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 7:27:00 AM |
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Well done to my fave couple for winning. Hayley yena makes me wanna strangle her for having that perfect and toned body. Am I the only one who thinks Jamali sang terribly? I didnt evn know its THEM singing until Quintus announced that he's "good friends" with them. My BIG problem is why didnt they write Tuks' name in the credits list at the end of the programme. Jamali was there. Anyway,about the celebs that were there (yawn), I also noted Unathi (double yawn), Bad Boy, Danny (the regular), Dali (got special mention) etc... |
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babyjoe
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7/13/2007 7:29:53 AM |
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thats my man, i knew he'll make it. CONGRATULATIONS HHP & HAYLEY. you made me proud cos i also voted for you to win and you did.
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girl
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7/13/2007 7:30:54 AM |
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Congrats to HHP & Hayley they were good |
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aviebabes
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7/13/2007 7:32:49 AM |
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| Congratulations!!!!!!! but I'm not satisfied |
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Magauta
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7/13/2007 7:41:28 AM |
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CONGRATS JABBA & HAYLEY, great work. |
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fancysmile
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7/13/2007 7:59:21 AM |
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Well done to my fave couple for winning. Hayley yena makes me wanna strangle her for having that perfect and toned body. Am I the only one who thinks Jamali sang terribly? I didnt evn know its THEM singing until Quintus announced that he's "good friends" with them. My BIG problem is why didnt they write Tuks' name in the credits list at the end of the programme. Jamali was there. Anyway,about the celebs that were there (yawn), I also noted Unathi (double yawn), Bad Boy, Danny (the regular), Dali (got special mention) etc...
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 8:05:54 AM |
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| Fancysmile: why on Earth have u copied my exact previous reply? |
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Gugs
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7/13/2007 8:12:12 AM |
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| Well done Jabba you made us proud. |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 8:20:00 AM |
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| Oh, I forgot Mrs Globe Rhinoplasty was also there last night... |
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Michluv
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7/13/2007 8:27:58 AM |
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| Congratulations HHP and Hayley. You guys really deserved to win. |
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Toxic
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7/13/2007 8:32:41 AM |
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and bugger off Ian and Sandy. It's enough now. Come on.
THE BEST LINE EVER..... |
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riet
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7/13/2007 9:03:17 AM |
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| Wow ... really good dancers actually won this time - I'm so happy for them! The pics that you added are also GREAT! |
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spux5
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7/13/2007 9:33:28 AM |
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HHP for president |
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tizoz
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7/13/2007 9:35:20 AM |
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Yeah! I didnt watch (am hooked on Desperate housewives and I had to perv on Will "I Robort") well done to the HHpantsula!
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quixotic
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7/13/2007 9:51:43 AM |
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DAMN!! He represented Maftown to the fullest!! I enjoyed his second dance they were flowing with the song and then the final performance to Tuks "Senganga" really confirmed that HHP is not just a rapper he is an entertainer. U should see him on stage
I sent 10 SMS yesterday at least they were worth it. MAFTOWN till the casket drops!! |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 9:54:21 AM |
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| TIZOZ: HIIII MTSHANA!Ndise town,uphi wena? |
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tizoz
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7/13/2007 10:05:59 AM |
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| ewe Xhosa Chick mina ndisespani sana I am having the mutha of all Fckd up days, where in town are you sisi? |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 10:16:56 AM |
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(Discussing personal matters hey, Tizoz) Ndise Court Chambers. Sapha i email add yakho |
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Vuyo
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7/13/2007 10:17:35 AM |
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| Congrats to HHP & Hayley, u deserve it. |
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Boza
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7/13/2007 10:19:33 AM |
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Congrats.....HHP
Last nite i clapped my hands i don't know until when.....I'm so much happy for the brother.....
Hope you enjoy your price....you deserve this. |
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Tidos012
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7/13/2007 10:31:16 AM |
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Hayley's version of sika lekhekhe was awesome...a for HHP he totally rocked...
CONGRATULATIONS YOU TOO!!! |
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lsg.com
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7/13/2007 10:32:54 AM |
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| we are definetly proud of them,@least our votes paid off,but HHP enjoyed evry minute of the competition,he really had THE TIME OF HIS LIFE! i agree with you fancysmile Unathi (bid double yawn....) and Danny K is everywhere! |
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fancysmile
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7/13/2007 10:59:14 AM |
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| xhosa chick, coz i wanted to comment but didnt know wht to say, hi hi hi. |
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fancysmile
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7/13/2007 11:02:42 AM |
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| Oh, I forgot Mrs Globe Rhinoplasty was also there last night... a.ka Unada mbuli, hi hi hi. Rhinoplasty (nose job, for us lay ppl) ,XHOSA CHICK WHERE DID YU LEARN SUCH FANCY WORDS?, hi hi hi |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 11:54:30 AM |
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Fancy: Coz I used to work in a place where they do plastic surgery. And besides,its just general knowledge,really
By the way, "lay people", did u know u can Botox your armpits to stop them from sweating? |
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Xhosa Girl 101
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7/13/2007 11:59:09 AM |
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| Bravo to Jabba-man!!!! I'm so glad our votes didn't go unnoticed this time around... Harley is one beautiful chikita... and yes, her body is to die for! Jabba also looks good! Sbu should do strictly come dancing - I would love to see a slimmer DJ Sbu. |
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tizoz
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7/13/2007 12:20:42 PM |
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| my addy is thizozo@galmail.co.za xhosa chick, I swear I am having one of the worst days ever created and I have a staff meeting in an hour that I dont want to do. |
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marciax@bensure.co.za
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7/13/2007 12:54:55 PM |
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| ngithi halala kuwe HHP ,u rock well done! |
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Linda a.k.a Ju!cY.J
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7/13/2007 12:56:29 PM |
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| well deserved...........i him say he wasn't sure he wanted to known as THE RAPPER WHO WON A DANCE COMPETITION AND A BALLROOM ONE AT THAT...... hey hey hey hey hey bra lour last show was the shit... finally the black brother got it |
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Linda a.k.a Ju!cY.J
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7/13/2007 12:59:11 PM |
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| hayley hot as eva lved the orange jive gear..............she worked it |
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Yoghurt
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7/13/2007 1:01:10 PM |
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HHP Warocka!!!!!! |
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VI 2 the P
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7/13/2007 1:17:00 PM |
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he! he! he! I luv blogging guys. Yo, I'm addicted.... hi! hi! hi!
Wow, HHP won! I'm so happy for him. I dig the guy and I wanted for him to win from the onset. I just luv the way he dances to his songs, so Strictly come Dancing showed gore Jabba wa rocka.
I think all the celeb dancers were great for doing such an awesome job with the little tym they had for prep. Congrats...
Don't you just luv Jabba's smile???? |
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spux5
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7/13/2007 1:24:18 PM |
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| Guys did u c Dali Mpofu amuzed by HHP, maybe they we will c HHP on TV rather we think ,go for it HHP |
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felicia mabuza-shuttle
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7/13/2007 1:46:30 PM |
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| Hi darlings, well yesterday was great its a pitty i couldnt been there in person to give that chubby boy a huge kiss and a hug. my he blew me away he kinda of reminded me of myself when i did ballroom koSoweto those were the days... hu Jabba HP whatever your name is well done my boy... |
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quixotic
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7/13/2007 2:53:16 PM |
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| Actually the guys from SABC2 or Rapid Blue were so impressed with Jabba's personality they have offered him a show to host. I guess he was right when he said: "I am a star now, black man who is going far now, i am the type of brother who can drink in any bar now" soon my man, you will be signing those BEE cheques |
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Xhosa Chick
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7/13/2007 3:02:04 PM |
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| Quixotic,uthini na apha kum? |
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KeleFabulous
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7/13/2007 3:11:25 PM |
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| hi hi hi miss m-suttle u make me laugh! |
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spakes
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7/13/2007 4:22:42 PM |
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| hayi the bouy did himself proud!!! and he lost SOME WEIGHT too..CONGRATULATIONS...SIYAKUVUYELA....uthetha kamandi futhi!!! (a comedian hey) |
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druzar
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7/13/2007 4:34:02 PM |
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| Auti e espanne (HHP), he must continue dancing, his body will B perfect. |
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sponono
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7/13/2007 4:43:36 PM |
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| QUIXOTIC....you are not serious ....heeee go HHP this is your moment...cant wait to hear about this from the media |
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7/14/2007 10:19:18 PM |
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