Online Reporter
Youth Interactive Writer
An apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. This adage rings true in the local showbiz landscape, where the children of top celebrities are following in their parents’ footsteps.
Many of these young stars have shown remarkable potential in their teenage years.
It is encouraging to see that these budding talents are thriving despite their young ages.
After celebrating National Youth Day yesterday in Bulawayo, we cannot overlook the teen celebrities who are making significant strides in the industry.
Names that immediately come to mind when discussing teen celebrities include Mukudzei Junior Mukombe, the son of superstar Jah Prayzah.
This youngster has recorded several songs, benefiting from the guidance of his father.
Another standout teen celebrity is Doctor Tawanda’s daughter, Nelsy Kasaira, better known as Nelsy B.
At just 17 years old, she has been touring the sub-region alongside her father.
A quick music learner and gifted vocalist, she credits her success to the lessons learned from her dad.
“I have mastered this art from my father, who has been my greatest supporter. I have the best dad in the world, but I still remain his daughter despite being a teen celebrity,” she shared.
Visually impaired singer Daniel Gonora also joins this list of remarkable talents, having birthed a gifted drummer named Isaac.
Isaac, now in his late teens, has toured Europe with his father, sharing the stage and gaining invaluable exposure. From performing on street corners in Harare to the lavish halls of Europe, Isaac is truly living his dream.
Another young talent to watch is Kireni Zulu’s daughter, Esin, who is just 12 years old.
Her maturity and stage presence are beyond her years.
She has been featured in her father’s family show as a curtain-raiser, demonstrating that she is indeed in safe hands.
“My father is my trainer, and he has blessed my talent. He is the one who discovered my talent when I was young, and I can safely say that I have matured a lot after learning from him,” she said.
“He allows me to perform music, but he is also strict when it comes to schoolwork. I don’t do as I please because I am just a kid under his custody. I also perform all the chores at home expected from a child my age.”
Esin has also been performing at school in Zengeza.
“My school teachers in Chitungwiza have also been supporting me to showcase my talent. I am surrounded by loving and caring people, which remains a plus for me,” she stressed.
Comedienne Tarisai Chikocho, better known as Madam Boss, has been introducing her eldest daughter, Mikhayla Munetsiwa, to the world of skits.
Still in the early grades of primary school, Mikhayla has the world in her hands.What is impressive is that Madam Boss has captured her at a young age, which is needed for her personal development.
Mai TT has also introduced her kids to entrepreneurship, which is also necessary.
In visual arts, several top celebrities have followed the same script by introducing their kids into their line of trade.Worldwide, we have many celebrities who have used the same route to introduce their children into the arts.
The late Bob Marley introduced his eldest son, Ziggy, to music when he was still young.
He had the privilege of learning from the prophetic reggae guru during his formative years.
This trend has been happening in Zimbabwe with top celebrities training their kids at a tender age.
“Catching them young” is one of the adages that has seen many creatives introducing their children to the arts at a tender age.
