Andre Blaze Henshaw (born 14 August 1983) is a Nigerian radio personality, rapper, television host and executive producer. He first gained notice as a member of the hip hop group Tuck Tyght Allstars. His radio career began at Rhythm 93.7 FM Port Harcourt, where he worked for over six years before joining Nigezie as a TV host. In May 2012, he quit his job at the cable TV channel after four years, later accepting an offer to host Nigeria's Got Talent. Prior to this, he had hosted several other reality television talent shows including True Search, Battle of the Year and Peak Talent Show. He is also an anchor for the Google Digital Skills for Africa Training Programme.
Andre Blaze | |
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| Born | Andre Henshaw 14 August 1983 |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Kate Henshaw (cousin) |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
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Early life
editBlaze was born to a mother from Anambra State and a father from Cross River State. He grew up in both Port Harcourt and Calabar.
Education
editBlaze pursued his undergraduate studies in Linguistics and Communication at the University of Port Harcourt, completing a B.Sc. degree in 2006.[1]
Career
editMusic
editAs a rapper, Blaze achieved early notoriety as a member of Port Harcourt based hip hop group Tuck Tyght.[2]
Radio
editHe followed in the footsteps of his mentor Loknan Dombin and began his broadcasting career working for Rhythm 93.7 FM Port Harcourt. While there he held various positions such as head of the Presentation Department, continuity announcer, radio DJ and show host.[3]
Television
editBlaze moved on to television, becoming Nigezie's Top Ten music video countdown anchor. Between 2008 and 2012, he directed an array of successful TV programs in the country. In addition, he hosted shows like True Search, Battle of the Year and Peak Talent Show. In May 2012, Blaze officially quit his job at the cable TV channel. He would later accept an offer to host Nigeria's Got Talent, a reality television show based on the Got Talent series format.[4]
Personal life
editAndre Blaze is a cousin of actress Kate Henshaw-Nuttal.[5] He has two children, twin girls by his long-time girlfriend.[6]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "A man's wealth is derived from his value to society — Andre Blaze". Hallmark News. 24 July 2015. Retrieved 26 February 2016.
- ^ "Double K- I Don Show". Juvenis Magazine. 24 October 2014. Archived from the original on 7 October 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2016.
- ^ "Andre Blaze leaves Nigezie, explains why he is moving on". DailyPost. 15 September 2012. Retrieved 26 February 2016.
- ^ "Nigeria's Got Talent Enters Season Two". Thisday. 6 October 2013. Retrieved 26 February 2016.
Meanwhile producers have also announced that Andre Blaze will continue as show host.
[permanent dead link] - ^ Nonye Ben-Nwankwo (5 April 2014). "I was once a bricklayer –Andre Blaze, NGT show presenter". The Punch. Archived from the original on 2014-04-05. Retrieved 25 February 2016.
- ^ "AIRWAVES LINK: Twin girls boost Andre Blaze's profile". National Mirror. 3 April 2013. Archived from the original on June 14, 2013. Retrieved 26 February 2016.
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