Leila Kalanzi Kachapizo is an actress, hairdresser, radio presenter and comedian. She is a well-known media personality, recognized for her voice work in radio and television adverts.[1][2] Leila was born on December 5, 1979, in Nakivubo Mews, Uganda.[3] She once worked as a TV and Radio presenter on Bukedde TV, Sanyuka TV, Dembe FM before flying to the United States for greener pastures.[4][5]
Leila Kalanzi Kachapizo | |
|---|---|
| Born | 5 December 1979 Nakivubo Mews |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Known for | Comedy |
Career
editShe was born to a to a single mother, Hajjat Hamida Nalwoga, who was very strict but supportive, especially of her interest in music, dance, and drama. Growing up with four siblings, she had a mix of good and challenging moments, including a significant incident where her mother was seriously injured in a car accident, which left the family struggling but united.[3] Leila Kalanzi Kachapizo hails from Masaka district, Uganda, she attended St. Jude Primary School in Kampala and later studied at Pride Academy, where she discovered her passion for drama and acting. It was during her time at Pride Academy that she was noticed by Charles Senkubuge, the founder of Bakayimbira Drama Actors, who recruited her into the group.[2]
Leila's career in entertainment grew as she toured with the Bakayimbira group, including a trip to the Netherlands, but she eventually returned to Uganda. She began working as a presenter at Radio Simba and later joined CBS Radio, a popular station in the central region of Uganda. After a brief time in Europe, where she did odd jobs and started hairstyling, Leila was deported back to Uganda due to overstaying in the Netherlands. Upon her return, she found work at Bukedde TV and, in May 2019, joined Sanyuka TV, but left due to dissatisfaction with the producers' expectations. Leila is currently single and remains an inspirational figure to young women and aspiring comedians, especially in the Ugandan media industry.[2]
Leila Kalanzi Kachapizo lost her father, Hajj Abdul Kalanzi, who passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, after battling an undisclosed illness. He was buried in Nkoowe village, Wakiso district, on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.[5]
Projects
edit- Sanyu (TV series on Pearl Magic Prime)
References
edit- ^ "The Observer - Uganda". web.archive.org. 2022-12-12. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ a b c "BIOGRAPHY: INSPIRING STORY OF LEILA KALANZI". BIOGRAPHY. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ a b "Forget about fetching water, the well was the perfect excuse to play". Monitor. 2021-01-09. Retrieved 2024-11-18.
- ^ Ainebyona, Isaac (2014-09-05). "Bukedde TV Kacapizo Flees For Kyeyo". Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ a b bukejonah (2018-10-24). "Leila Kalanzi Kachapizo's Biological Dad Confirmed Dead". Newslex Point. Retrieved 2024-11-17.