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The impact of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes' death on his family and fans | Remembering AKA

Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes' tragic passing has left a profound void, compelling his family and fans to embark on a heartfelt journey of remembrance and healing.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Savouring Turkey: Kairo Forbes teams up with Chef Necati Yilmaz for a taste explosion

Kairo Forbes, the award-winning child influencer recently embarked on a memorable culinary journey in Istanbul with her grandmother, exploring the rich traditions of Turkish cuisine alongside renowned chef Necati Yilmaz.

Lifestyle Food and Restaurants
Lutho Pasiya|Published

In memory of AKA: Kairo Forbes, Nadia Nakai and Glammy celebrate his 37th birthday

Tuesday, January 28, marked what would have been Kiernan “AKA” Forbes 37th birthday. Tributes poured in as fans and his family celebrated him.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

AKA’s family and friends remember his legacy on what would have been his 37th birthday

Two years have passed since the tragic passing of South African hip-hop icon Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes, yet his memory remains vividly alive in the hearts of his family, friends, and fans

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Anita Nkonki|Published

In the footsteps of AKA: glammy Lynn and Kairo Forbes’ emotional trip to Istanbul

Join Glammy Lynn and Kairo Forbes as they embark on an emotional journey through Istanbul, reflecting on the legacy of the late rapper AKA.

Travel World
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Lynn Forbes shares a message of grace and resilience this festive season

As the festive season unfolds Lynn Forbes urges people to celebrate life’s small blessings despite grief.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Lynn Forbes shares another heartfelt post: ‘Losing a child in any way, is a mother’s biggest pain’

Lynn Forbes has used her platform to speak on grief, hoping to help others who are going through the same difficult process.

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Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Kairo Forbes opens up about life and her late father, AKA, on the ‘5 Unscripted’ podcast

The award-winning kidfluencer lets us in on her dreams and aspirations and offers solid advice to other kids.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Kairo Forbes follows in her late dad AKA’s footsteps as she wins her first Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award

Speaking to IOL, Kairo shared that it felt ‘amazing’ to be following in the footsteps of her late father and that it feels ‘great’ to be inspiring young people.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Forbes family statement slamming Melinda Ferguson’s new book stirs mixed reactions

Melinda Ferguson’s new book ‘When Love Kills: The tragic tale of AKA and Anele’, is grabbing attention even before it lands on bookshelves.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Forbes family slams new book on AKA and Anele as ‘distasteful and opportunistic’

AKA’s parents Tony and Lynn Forbes have shared that the intended publication of the book and the timing is ‘distasteful and opportunistic’.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

AKA’s mom, Lynn Forbes, offers solace to grieving parents

In an attempt to heal from her loss, Lynn Forbes offers other grieving parents hope.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Tony Forbes misses AKA: ‘So many things don’t have meaning anymore’

AKA’s father, Tony Forbes, explains how difficult the rapper’s death anniversary month has been for him.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Nadia Nakai remembers AKA on his first death anniversary

February 10 will never be the same for Nadia Nakai.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Tony Forbes spills the tea on AKA’s relationships

During the two hour interview, Forbes got candid about the rapper’s past relationships, even revealing a particular famous ex.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Lynn Forbes remembers AKA as Kairo Forbes heads to Grade 3

‘It broke my heart when they spoke about the dad and daughter robotics days', says Lynn.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

LOOK: DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz are all boo’ed up in Bali

The Mzansi A-list couple are not the only ones on holiday in Bali; they even spotted Lynn Forbes.

Travel World Asia
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

LOOK: Mzansi celebrity families go all out for their Christmas cards

Christmas content has been flowing with Mzansi’s famous families going all out this festive season.

Lifestyle Family Parenting
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Watch VideoLynn Forbes on AKA and Cassper Nyovest’s infamous beef: ‘It was real’

The two rappers had one of the of the longest beefs in SA hip hop.

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Oluthando Keteyi|Published