'He drew Angie Motshekga' - Rasta ruffles feathers with Noxolo Grootboom dedication
Popular funeral artist Lebani “Rasta” Sirenje has again left the internet in a mess, this time with his depiction of retired veteran news presenter Noxolo Grootboom.
It was a sad day in Mzansi on Tuesday when Noxolo presented her final Xhosa news bulletin before retiring from her 37-year career at the SABC.
Thousands tuned in to watch the emotional broadcast, with Noxolo breaking down in tears after delivering her famous “ndinithanda nonke emakhaya” sign-off.
And of course, It was only a matter of time before controversial painter Rasta shared his ltribute to the TV star.
In this most recent project, Rasta “captured” Noxolo's likeness in her signature traditional isiXhosa attire.
“After 37 years of excellent service, We thank you for your talent Mama Nilale nombethe ingubo yoxolo nothando,” Rasta captioned the post.
After 37 years of excellent service, We thank you for your talent Mama
— Rasta The Artist (@RastaArtist) March 31, 2021
Nilale nombethe ingubo yoxolo nothando#NoxoloGrootboom pic.twitter.com/Uct8zNRfV5
But, many were confused by the painting, and struggled to believe that it was actually Noxolo depicted.
Bathong my lord 😅 https://t.co/Kdyq5DblqL
— Phiwo's Husband (@Batebang) April 1, 2021
Once again, Rasta didn't waste time😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/JSeKAaI3Cv
— JAZZMEE🇿🇦 (@DrK_Jazzmee) March 31, 2021
Rasta is here with Noxolo Grootboom’s portrait. #NoxoloGrootboom pic.twitter.com/ANjq2kWIiE
— Man’s NOT Barry Roux (@AdvoBarryRoux) March 31, 2021
Rasta is back at it guys...busy drawing Angie Motshekga🤦🏾♂️#mohale pic.twitter.com/px0uqGrl65
— someone's son🛌🏿 (@MEntanglement) March 31, 2021
Where do all these portraits go do you have a gallery, do you sell them? pic.twitter.com/FQwUTctgJP
— i tweet therefore i am (@_mwalwanda) March 31, 2021
When you die, I'm gonna paint you with my left hand. pic.twitter.com/M9QKdQ89Xm
— I'm still Lindo (@ImYazzey) March 31, 2021
Rasta u were told not to even think about it. https://t.co/ycHs2vFYQT
— Favorite_Son_Of_Elohim® (@DonVucci) March 31, 2021
Rasta's wasn't the only tribute that had fans hot under the collar.
Actress Pearl Thusi got tongues wagging when she posted photos of herself kneeling and touching Noxolo's feet in a message about the star.
Many slammed Pearl, claiming she had used Noxolo's retirement as a photo op and wasn't truly sincere about being emotional.
This led to Pearl topping the trending charts, with the country weighing in on the tribute.
so it was all sad when everyone was crying last night but when pearl thusi does it issa problem? 💀 https://t.co/tuLx1VCmp8
— im too sober for this shit (@EurFleur) March 31, 2021
Pearl Thusi to the Camera man..
— ChrisExcel (@ChrisExcel102) March 31, 2021
"Bheka neh when Mam Noxolo get here I'll kneel down please make sure you capture the moment I wanna post."
Khaaxa!! 📸 pic.twitter.com/NM2wQQHGQA
This is just a publicity stunt .....anyways congrats Pearl Thusi for grabbing our attention pic.twitter.com/lNUgNCwy17
— Andile Lawson (@AndileLawson) March 31, 2021
Someone give Pearl Thusi an Oscar because this is her best acting pic.twitter.com/LyTNOQkIJp
— Qhama Dlula (@qhamadlula_) March 31, 2021
Lmao Pearl Thusi and acting 🙄 pic.twitter.com/ORrnXMuisx
— H O P E Y 💕 (@Shes_fair) March 31, 2021
Pearl Thusi knows how to act everywhere except when she's on set
— Marcus Jr. 🦁 (@dumisane_) March 31, 2021