Vanessa Mdee
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About
Tanzanian singer and TV host known for her work on Epic Bongo Star Search. Her debut single "Closer" charted for 13 straight weeks. In 2015, she was honored with awards at the African Muzik Magazine Awards, All Africa Music Awards, Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards and Tanzania Music Awards.
Before Fame
She auditioned for MTV's VJ Search in 2007 and became the first Tanzanian to be a VJ for the company.
Trivia
She's been active in charity, working with both Staying Alive and Z!nduka. She went to Catholic University of Eastern Africa.
Family Life
She was born in Northern Tanzania but spent time in the US and Europe while growing up. She got engaged to singer Rotimi and they tied the knot in July 2023. They have a son named Seven and a daughter named Imani.
Associated With
Her work has allowed her to interview a variety of artists, including Stella Mwangi.
