The third season of the Miss South Africa pageant’s reality show Crown Chasers is set to make its much-awaited comeback to local screens, and this year promises to be somewhat different from previous years. Those tuning in can look forward to seeing a new host, new judges, and a new group of contestants looking to be crowned as your next Miss South Africa.
Crown Chasers is a show that puts Miss South Africa hopefuls through a series of real-life challenges to determine how they would handle the pressure and demand that come with the glitz and glamour. Each week leading up to the grand finale of the pageant, a contestant is eliminated.
While last season was hosted by 2019 winner Zozibini Tunzi, this year sees a new host taking over the reins, and it is none other than reigning Miss SA Natasha Joubert.
In an interview with Sunday World, Natasha highlighted what the opportunity meant to her.
“I have always wanted to step into the hosting and presenting space; one day I would love to be a sports presenter, so my goal has always been to get experience in the television field,” said Natasha.
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Meanwhile, the judging panel will consist of two prominent figures in the form of Leandie du Rant and Lerato Kganyago.
Lerato says that this is a full-circle moment for her, after she was actively involved in pageants from a young age. She added that it’s an honour to be part of an organisation that empowers and celebrates woman.
“I hope to positively contribute to the show with my experience as someone who’s been in their shoes. I understand the pressures and the dreams these women have. I will offer support, honest feedback, and a lot of heart. My goal is to help the contestants find their true potential and shine as their authentic selves,” said Lerato.
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Leandie meanwhile added that this show will give contestants a feel of what it would be like to be Miss SA and that, she was excited to see how the contestants will respond to challenges.
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The first episode is set to air on S3 on June 29 at 20h30.
Also see: Miss South Africa applications are open! This is how you can enter | Bona Magazine
