Cape Town — Kairo Forbes, the talented daughter of DJ Zinhle and the late rapper AKA, has just snagged the Favourite African Kidfluencer award at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards held in California.
According to Sowetan Live, Forbes was honoured with the award during a special screening at Montecasino, north of Johannesburg, on Tuesday evening.
The 9-year-old starlet shared her joy and gratitude with the publication, in a heartfelt message reflecting on the significance of the accolade.
“Getting this award feels amazing. It makes me feel happy and grateful. I thank God, my family and everyone who supported me from the beginning. I’m grateful to have all of you in my life. If daddy was here, he’d say how super proud he is of me and what a good job I’ve done,” the report quoted her as saying.
She also opened up about her hopes for the future, revealing her dreams of becoming a model and making her mark in the fashion industry.
“It also feels great that I’m a role model to a lot of kids who follow me [on social media]. I hope I can teach them to follow their dreams. I want to be a model one day. I love fashion and makeup a lot, so I hope I become one.”
As soon as the news broke, Forbes took to social media to thank her fans, sharing a playful photo with her orange blimp award.
“Thank you for all the support and messages of congratulations, much appreciated!
@nickelodeon_africa Kids Choice Awards Favourite African Kidfluencer 🙏🏽💜🤗” she wrote.
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Forbes wasn’t the only star competing for the coveted title, as she faced off against South Africa’s very own musical trio, Biko’s Manna — consisting of siblings Biko (17), Manna (14), and Mfundo (9).
Taking to their official Instagram account, the trio shared a slew of pictures from the unforgettable night at Montecasino, as they graced the orange carpet with big smiles and high spirits.
Despite not taking home the blimp, their gratitude and excitement were evident.
“About last night!!📸🥰‼️
#KCAAFRICA24 It has been an absolute pleasure to be at the Kids Choice✨ Awards in Montecasino!! We had a fantastic night we’ll never forget. We didn’t win the blimp this time around, but we sure do appreciate the love and support we’ve been getting from each and everyone who has been voting for us! Win or lose we still live in gratitude no matter the outcome🌍🙌🏾🤍 Congratulations to @kairo.forbes for her win! We really are very proud of you💗” they wrote.
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Compiled by Lauren Petersen
