“Doing that for over a decade”— Young, Famous & African cast member Swanky talks about sticking up for Annie

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Young, Famous & African season 3 premiered exclusively on Netflix on Friday, January 17, 2025. In this series, the lives of social elites, their luxurious lifestyles, and chaotic friendships are the main focus. Season 3 cast members include South African creator Kefilwe Mabote, Nollywood star Ini Edo, and entrepreneur Shakib Lutaaya.

The newly released episode 3 revealed why there were tensions between Swanky and Annie. According to Swanky, Annie had been going behind his back and saying awful things about him. He was disappointed by finding this out and during his confessional interview, the Young, Famous & African star reflected on his bond with Annie and how their connection is no longer the same. He said:

"I would always stick out my head for Annie. I've been doing that for over a decade. But right now it's like my head is falling off my neck. I'm done, anything that has to do with Annie, I can't."

Young, Famous & African season 3 episode 3 titled Showdown was released along with the premiere episode. The episode synopsis reads:

"Sitting down with Naked, Annie reveals a heartbreaking secret from her past. Apologies are thrown around at the roller rink, but are any of them genuine?"

Zari "The Boss Lady" Hassan, Swanky Jerry, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, Diamond Platnumz, Naked DJ, Kayleigh Schwark, Fantana, Luis Munana, and Nadia Nakai are the returning stars of the show who appeared in the previous seasons.

In episode 3, Annie not only clashed with Swanky but also Zari after she claimed that she was being targeted by everyone. Swanky on the other hand got emotional that his friendship with Annie was not the same.


Young, Famous & African star Swanky opens up to Zari about what happened with Annie

In Young, Famous & African season 3 episode 3, Swanky told Zari that he and Annie had resolved the issues between them. However, when he got to know Annie was badmouthing him behind his back, he confronted her once again. Annie on the other hand denied this allegation meanwhile Swanky said he was "done" with her.

Swanky shared that he had always stood by Annie's side and defended her. They both had previously resolved the issue and put the matter in the past as Annie had apologized. According to Swanky Annie was repeating the same things she had done in the past which caused tensions between them.

He accused Annie of starting a "smear campaign" against him, the Young, Famous & African cast member said:

"We have moved on. I have forgiven you but we are here again. And you're doing the same thing, a smear campaign again."

Zari chimed in stating that Annie was used to people defending her and that her behaviour towards Swanky was unfair. She also said that she had no interested in getting to know Annie anymore. Swanky continued stating:

"Now she's acting on the table, 'Oh Swanky, you are going to sit and watch them talk? Because I'll always fight for her. Babe, I'm tired."

Their conversation concluded with Swanky mentioning apologizing for a mistake isn't wrong but repeating the same mistake that hurt someone is. The next episode 4 further highlights the fractured connection between Swanky and Annie.


All newly released episodes of Young, Famous & African season 3 are available to stream on Netflix. Viewers can follow the cast members Annie and Swanky on their official Instagram accounts.

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