Karen Paida stands in the face of history as she could become the winner of TLC’s Next Great Presenter after she made it to the top 3 after a pool of more than 1500 African participants.
The bubbly presenter now needs your vote.
We hooked up with Karen for a chat and below are the excerpts from the interview.
Q. Upon hearing your name being called out as the finalist,can you descibe what went through your head?
It was like a surreal moment for me, I was happy that they called out my name but at the sametime I’m stuck in a state of shock that I actually have made it to the finals! All in all I can safely count it as one of the best momens in my life.
Q. How has been the boot camp experience and what lessons are you going to carry from it.
The boot camp experience was very eye opening. You always have a vision of what your life will be like in the entertainment industry, but actually living the dream is amazing. We went though intense workshop trainings that perfected our TV presenting skills and lessons on how to carry yourself as a public figure. We also had amazing challenges that included a red carpet experiance and screen tests, which gave us a practical insight of working in this industry.
Q. You stand the verge of being the winner, how do see your chances.
Obviously I wont take away from the fact that i’m up against two amazing personalities and the numbers from South Africa and Kenya alone are quite big, but I believe that I have a fair chance at winning this. I mean Zimbabweans from every corner continue to support me by casting their votes every day, and the support alone gives me enough hope that I could win and become TLC’s next great presenter!
Q. What’s the one thing that you think the voters will love about you.
I think they will love the fact that im one hundred percent me, no filter. So when you get to know me in real life im just the same person you see, humble, kind and sincere.
Q. Anything else you would like to share with our readers and Africa as a whole
Yes! Voting period has started so if you are Team Karen you can vote for me by visiting the website, www.dstv.com/tlcnextgreatpresenter
You can vote up to 10 TIMES EVERYDAY and stand a chance of winning a luxury trip for two sponsored by Sun International. Also you can follow me on all social media plaforms Twitter @KarenPaida or Facebook Karen Paida Thank you soo much for all the support thus far Africa I truly appreciate it.
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