The Roast of Helen Zille coming to Showmax: 'I get roasted every day. Bring it on!'
Can she stand the heat? 702's Bongani Bingwa interviews Zille.
The Roast Of Helen Zille Coming To Showmax / Facebook: Helen Zille
702's Bongani Bingwa interviews Helen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance.
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Helen Zille is set to take centre stage as the next high-profile figure to endure the scorching heat of the 2025 Roast.
Renowned for her unapologetic opinions and unflinching approach to controversy, Zille is no stranger to public criticism – and this time, she’s stepping into the fire with a bold grin.
The Roast of Helen Zille will unfold at the Sandton Convention Centre in May.
"I get roasted every day. Bring it on!" declared Zille, showing no signs of backing down.
But the question remains: can she truly stand the heat?
Zille, who has long been a target of intense scrutiny, claims that it’s impossible for the roasters to be any ruder than her daily interactions with the public.
And now, she gets the chance to deliver a few fiery clapbacks of her own.
"I am roasted every single day of my life, in all seriousness, so why shouldn't I have roasting as a bit of fun?"
- Helen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council – Democratic Alliance
As for her ideal roasters, Zille dreams of sharing the stage with none other than comedian Leon Schuster and the EFF's Julius Malema – imagine how that would go down!
"When have I ever, ever taken prisoners? I leave them on the battlefield!"
- Helen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council – Democratic Alliance
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