South African comedians and entertainers will be the focus of a new original show available to international audiences; a big step for their careers.
South Africa (30 March 2023) – Trevor Noah has had an incredible career to date. He is a proudly South African comedian, tackling politics in a way that makes us all laugh out loud; he was the host of The Daily Show. He also hosted the Grammy’s and has been nominated for several awards, not to mention winning too. Now he is coming home and he won’t be sitting idle; Trevor will be hosting South Africa’s first original series on Prime Video come 2024, where he will highlight ten local comedians and entertainers.
The show, which is being called LOL: Last One Laughing, is set to launch in South Africa and globally early next year, introducing audiences to some of the best South African comedic talents.
As it will be available globally, it could be the platform where many other South African talents can launch their own international careers.
In the series, Noah will pit 10 famous South African comedians and entertainers against one another to see who can keep a straight face while simultaneously trying to make their opponents laugh – and lose. It’s a competition for a grand prize of R1 million, which goes to the winner’s South African charity of choice.
“I’m excited to be back home to host Prime Video’s first South African Original, LOL: Last One Laughing, and to have a chance to connect with my home audience,” said Trevor Noah.
“I am equally delighted for the opportunity to be working alongside my fellow home-grown comedy stars on a show that not only entertains but gives back to the South African production and charity communities.”
Streaming content is the way of the future, and seeing it blossom in South Africa is great news! Being one of the leading destinations for filming and production in Africa, we welcome any investment into local skill and talent. We often share what to watch on streaming sites available in South Africa so always keep an eye out.
It is exciting to see that all platforms are giving South Africans a chance. LOL: Last One Laughing, will be the first South African original available on Prime Video. It is set to be a six-part series with 30-minute episodes. It will be produced by Rapid Blue, which is known for producing Come Dine with Me South Africa – and that show is a hoot!
“Comedy, in all its forms, shines among South Africa’s most valuable treasures. Together with an A-list roster of this country’s incredible home-grown comedic talent competing for a great charitable cause, Trevor and Prime Video are demonstrating the depth of our shared ambition to invest and elevate the very best of South Africa for audiences locally and around the world.” – Ned Mitchell, head of Africa and Middle East Originals, Prime Video
The series has been hosted in several countries including Canada, Japan, Mexico, Australia, Germany, Italy, France, India, and Spain. Other local celebrity hosts include Jay Baruchel (Canada), Eugenio Derbez (Mexico), Fedez (Italy), Michael “Bully” Herbig (Germany), and Rebel Wilson (Australia). It’s based on the original which was first made in Japan.
This is something to look forward to in 2024! We cannot wait to see who gets to make who laugh.
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