Top Billing
Top Billing may refer to:
See also
Top Billing (magazine)
In March 2004, Top Billing (TV show) announced that it would launch a magazine version of the lifestyle programme. In June 2004, Top Billing magazine was being sold nationwide for R19.95. The Top Billing magazine contains celebrity interviews, behind-the-scenes previews, fashion, food, travel and entertainment news of local and international status.
References
Top Billing (TV show)
Top Billing is a South African lifestyle television programme that airs on SABC3 on Thursday evenings from 20:30 - 21:30 and repeats on Sunday at 12:00. It was founded by Basetsana Kumalo and Patience Stevens, who own the Tswelopele Production company. The show is the longest-running lifestyle programme in South Africa, broadcasting since 1996. In addition to a variety of presenters, there is a voice-over guide throughout the programme. A magazine of the same name was launched in March 2004, containing similar content to the show.
Content
The weekly show genres in beauty, fashion, food, home decor, travel and weddings. Different local and international celebrities are interviewed each week and a designer home is featured as part of the show. International celebrities such as property tycoon Donald Trump's spouse, Ivana Trump, have been featured on the show, as well as Hollywood actor and Beverly Hills doctor, Dr. Rey. Local celebrities such as rugby player Bryan Habana, singer Tamara Dey and Muvhango actress Ntahbiseng Mphahlele have been given equal attention. Popular events such as awards ceremonies and fashion runway shows are showcased. Presenters travel to locations around the world and often partake in exclusive activities such as sky-diving, skiing, and scuba-diving. Food and wine pairings are also presented, and exclusive weddings are attended.
