Politics met comedy in 'The Roast of Helen Zille'

'LAUGH AND HAVE A JOL'

- KARISHMA DIPA

IT WAS a star-studded night at the Sandton Convention Centre on Friday night as politics and comedy collided during The Showmax Roast of Helen Zille.

The live event, which will be available for streaming from May 16 and is part of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, saw some of the nation's most prolific figures assemble to take a comedic jab at the DA's federal chairperson.

They include roastmaster Trevor Gumbi who opted for a daring ensemble as he channelled Hannibal Lecter, wearing a white jumpsuit and face mask - a look that the fictional movie character has become renowned for.

His co-roastmaster Tumi Morake dazzled on the black carpet in a sleeveless red gown.

Meanwhile, the other panellists also came dressed to impress, including renowned journalist and broadcaster Bongani Bingwa who looked dapper in black formal pants and a navy blazer, while accessorising his look with a striking red tie and pocket square.

Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille also took the formal route by rocking an all-black look while adding some spice to her outfit with a graphic red blazer.