Focalistic Reacts To Bagging A GQ Men Of The Year Award. The third annual GQ Men of the Year Awards, in association with Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège, revealed the winners of this year’s awards at an event at the Four Seasons Hotel, The Westcliff in Johannesburg. The awards ceremony recognises pioneers within the country who shape our cultural landscape and continue to push the boundaries of innovation, inspiration, and insight. From artists to humanitarians, visionaries to designers, comedians and entrepreneurs, GQ South Africa and Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège, celebrate the best talent from South Africa and Africa.
Amapiano star Focalistic real name Lethabo Sebetso bagged the Men Of The Year Award, and the star couldn’t contain his happiness as he took to social media to share the news with his fans. He said the award is for the streets and he is grateful for the win. Check it out:
GQ editor-in-chief Molife Kumona said: “I can safely say that in the 22 years we’ve been around as GQ, the 2021 Men of the Year awards shows how diverse we are, not only as a brand and who we showcase and celebrate but, also how distinct the people who shape our culture are. Everyone we acknowledged in this year’s awards, epitomise excellence and inspiration. We’re truly honoured to have been able to do this for the third year in a row and in association, with a brand like Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège.”
Stef Kondylis, marketing manager of Moët Hennessy, South Africa, said, “We are honoured to present this prestigious award to Sipho Mabuse. A celebrated musician, Mabuse is an exceptional individual who has shaped the country’s musical identity. Still involved in performance arts to this day, he continues to contribute to the cultural development of many young musicians in the country. Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège has been celebrating the pioneers, the game-changers, the movers, shakers and change-makers for over 200 years. The Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège Lifetime Achievement Award and our association with GQ Men of the Year is a way to honour these committed and dedicated South Africans who remain true to Hennessy’s ethos of Never Stop. Never Settle.”