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The Feather Awards XV nominees announced

As always, the Feather Awards XV promises to be a night like no other, where we come together to honour the community's outstanding achievements and contributions. The list includes dazzling stars, inspiring activists, and community leaders who have not only risen but also shone brightly.
The Feather Awards XV is an event that symbolizes unity, diversity, and empowerment. Taking place on 9 November 2023 at the Market Theatre in Johannesburg, media, partners and other key stakeholders will gather to recognise and applaud these fantastic individuals for their incredible contributions to the LGBTIQ+ community.
The beloved Modiselle sisters, Refilwe, Bontle and Candice will return as the 2023 hosts.
The 2023 Nominees for the Feather Awards XV are:
Best Styled Individual
Hunk of the Year
Diva Extraordinaire of the Year
Sports Personality of the Year
Role model of the Year
Cutest Couple
Hot Chick of the Year
Media Award of the Year
Fag hag of the Year
Designer of the Year (new category)
Musician
Socialite (Seen at every opening of an envelope or an erection of a stop sign)
Drama Queen
Social Media Personality of the Year
Best LGBTIQ+ Initiative: Private Sector
Best LGBTIQ+ Initiative: Public Sector
Best LGBTIQ+ Youth Movement
Best Rainbow Parenting
This year, the Simon Nkoli Award will be awarded to the multi-talented, award-winning South African sweetheart Thandiswa Mazwai.
The 15th annual Feathers Awards is produced in partnership with the Thami Dish Foundation.
"This year we are here to celebrate the diversity, creativity, and resilience of all communities, during these challenging times" commented Thami Kotlolo, co-founder of the Feather Awards and added, "Finding support for our initiatives continues to be a struggle, but we are forever inspired by the boldness and braveness of the Queer community in continuing to push boundaries, claim spaces and create greater freedom for all. Thanks to them, we can continue our work in the community at large to educate and sensitize, culminating in this fabulous annual gathering of all things queer and beyond. Congratulations to all our wonderful nominees for the Feather Awards XV! We celebrate you!"
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