Idols South Africa made waves by announcing Thembi Seete as one of the new season 18 judges. She was no stranger to the judges’ chair, having served as a guest judge in season 17 of Idols, and fans adored her effervescent energy, constructive criticism, and helpful advise to the contestants. In the aftermath of Thembi Seete’s recent employment on Idols, inquiries have been made over the amount of money she is receiving for her role on the show.
SIC entertainment is one of the world’s highest-paying production businesses. Thembi Seete is without a doubt carrying thousands of rands from her work on Idols.
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How much is Idols SA Judge Thembi Seete’s 2022 salary?
In addition to a monthly stipend, Idols SA gives its judges a daily allowance. Thembi Seete receives a daily travel allowance of R1,500. She receives daily allowances in case of emergency or if she needs to purchase something quickly.
The administrator of Idols SA arranges for Thembi Seete’s transportation to the airport. They also provide transportation to and from the recording location for the program and any other required appearances for the programme. If Thembi wishes to drive herself, she will use her own vehicle and preserve the receipts for reimbursement.
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The showrunners of Idols SA treat their judges like kings and queens. Idols SA management ensures Thembi Seete doesn’t work with an empty stomach. Thembi has his accommodation supplied for convenience.
As of 2022, Thembi Seete is getting a salary of R120 000 per month, which is times three the compensation she is paid on Gomora.
Controversial fight of Somizi and Thembi Seete on camera
Recently, Idols SA has been filled with a great deal of turmoil. A video of Thembi and Somizi fighting on camera and exchanging harsh words went viral a month ago. The misunderstanding began when Somizi informed Thembi that she made the same error repeatedly and wasn’t listening to him. Thembi responds to Somizi that, as a judge, she is free to make any ruling and owes him no explanation. Somizi became enraged when Thembi spoke back to him, despite the fact that he was her senior.
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