By Siphesihle Dlamini
Global superstar, Uncle Waffles, found herself at the centre of attention as she shared a special moment with Louis Vuitton’s visionary creative director, Pharrell Williams.
The encounter took place just a night before Uncle Waffles was set to grace the runway at Louis Vuitton’s highly anticipated Spring-Summer 2025 men’s collection showcase.
Having captured the hearts of fashion enthusiasts worldwide, Uncle Waffles received a coveted invitation to the exclusive event held at the iconic UNESCO’s House 7 in the enchanting city of Paris.
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For Uncle Waffles, this invitation marked a significant milestone in her remarkable career, symbolizing a moment of triumph and validation of her undeniable talent and unique vision in the world of fashion.
Eager to share her joy and gratitude with her legion of fans, Uncle Waffles took to social media to offer a glimpse into her momentous encounter with the legendary Pharrell Williams.
A snapshot capturing the essence of their meeting was accompanied by a heartfelt caption that simply read, “I can’t explain what this means. Thank you.
” The genuine emotion and humility reflected in her words resonated with fans and followers alike, further solidifying her status as a humble yet fiercely talented force to be reckoned with in the industry.
Uncle Waffles treated her audience to another behind-the-scenes glimpse, posting a second picture that exuded pure excitement and enthusiasm.
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The caption accompanying the photo simply stated, “I’m freaking out,” encapsulating the sheer thrill and disbelief of finding herself in the presence of one of the most influential figures in the world of fashion and music.
Lungelihle Zwane, professionally known as Uncle Waffles, is a DJ and record producer hailing from Eswatini and currently based in South Africa.
Recognized for her contributions to the Amapiano genre and her exceptional dance skills, Uncle Waffles has been lauded by Billboard as the ‘Princess of Amapiano.
’ Her debut single, ‘Tanzania,’ soared to the top of the charts in South Africa, achieving a remarkable 7x platinum certification.
