Toya Delazy is a South African singer, producer, pianist, dancer, and performer.
The London-based artist is a Zulu princess; her late grandfather was a Zulu chief.
Nonetheless, being a royalty did not give her an advantage in the South African music industry.
Toya Delazy wearing Afro-designed beaded necklaces. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
Like other musicians, Toya Delazy has worked hard to become an international star.
She stays true to her roots by incorporating Zulu lyrics in her music.
Besides music, Toya is an LGBTQ+ activist.
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Coming from aconservative communitythat opposes gay marriage made it hard for her to fit in society.
Nevertheless, Delazy followed her heart regardless of people’s harsh criticism.
Profile summary
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The Zulu princess was born and raised in eMahlabathini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Nontokozo was born into a family of music lovers.
Her maternal great-grandmother, Princess Constance Magogo kaDinuzulu, was a music composer.
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At age 6, Latoya discovered her love for piano and signed up for classical piano lessons.
By age 9, she was an outstanding piano player and could compose songs.
Despite being musically talented, she loved sports more than music.
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How old is Toya Delazy?
Toya Delazy’s age is 33 years as of 2023.
TheMzansisinger was born on 5 February 1990.
Toya Delazy wearing summer outfits. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
Who are Toya Delazy’s parents?
The South African singer was raised by a single mother, Lethuxolo Buthelezi.
Toya Delazy’s father passed away in 2017.
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He was not known to the public.
The 48-year-oldLethuxolo died in 2008in a car accident at Melmoth in Zululand, South Africa.
The vehicle rolled over and landed on an embankment, killing her on the spot.
Toya Delazy wearing official and casual attire. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
The incident was a turning point for Toya.
She lost interest in sports and found solace in music, which healed her.
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On top of that, he was a great-grandson of King Dinizulu - a direct descendent of warrior-king Shaka.
Toya Delazy’s grandmother died in 2019.
She was in London when her grandfather called to deliver the news.
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The singer considered her grandparents her second parents.
They raised her after her parents died.
Educational background
Delazy matriculated from Domino Servite School in the KZN midlands in 2009.
Toya Delazy rocks casual outfits. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
She played hockey for KwaZulu-Natal in high school and won numerous provincial awards.
Aftercompleting secondary school, Nontokozo pursued music at Howard College in Durban.
Career
Latoya Nontokozo started her music career by performing at local gigs.
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Vusi Leeuw presented Toya’s demo songs to Sony Music Africa.
As a result, the label was delighted to give her a two-album record deal.
The singer signed the contract on 19 April 2011.
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Toya Delazy with her wife and child. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
Nontokozo dropped her debut studio album,Due Drop, in 2011.
Afterward, her music video forMemoriamwas released in September 2013.
The album’s lead single,Greatest, raises awareness about Africa’s gender inequality issue.
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Her fourth studio album,Afrorave Vol.
1, came out in 2021.
Nontokozo described her sound as JEHP (a jazz, electro, hip-hop, and pop fusion).
Toya Delazy in casual outfits. Photo: @toyadelazy (modified by author)Source: UGC
She swapped pop for punk in 2016.
Some of her best tracks arePump It On,Memoriam, andForbidden Fruit.
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What is Toya Delazy’s net worth?
Online sources estimate hernet worth rangeis $1 million $5 million.
Besides her music career, Latoya Nontokozo makes money from brand endorsements.
She was the brand ambassador for the Reebok Classics - Drop R range between 2011 and 2012.
Toya Delazy’s surgery
Sheunderwent surgeryin 2020 after doctors found pre-cancerous cells in her body.
The cells were discovered during a routine PAP smear.
What is Toya Delazy’s sexuality?
The Mzansi singer identifies as queer.
Is Toya Delazy married?
Toya Delazy’s wife is Alisson Chaig.
They dated for almost nine years before getting married in October 2021.
Who are the children of Toya Delazy?
The happy mumschose the name Kalibecause it means “strength” in Swahili and “sunshine” in isiZulu.
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Where is Toya Delazy now?
TheMzansi singerlives in London, UK, with her wife, Ally, and their daughter, Kali.
Is Toya Delazy on Instagram?
Toya Delazy’s Instagram account,@toyadelazy, is active and verified.
The Zulu princess is both a music icon and a trendsetter in the fashion world.
Established brands like Reebok have worked with her because of her outstanding fashion flair, music, and style.
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