Innocent Masuku has captured the hearts of audiences and judges alike with his powerful voice and emotive performances.
As a finalist on Britain’s Got Talent, he has become a household name, but there’s much more to this operatic sensation than meets the eye. Here’s what you should know about Innocent Masuku.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
- Born: Innocent Masuku was born in Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa, in 1990.
- Education: He honed his craft in South Africa, where he began his singing career.
- Debut: Masuku made his professional debut in Cape Town as Crabman in a production of Porgy and Bess.
Breakthrough on Britain’s Got Talent
- Audition: Masuku auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent with a rendition of Lucio Dalla’s “Caruso” and immediately became a fan favorite.
- Semi-Final: His performance of Hans Zimmer’s “Now We Are Free” during the first semi-final earned him the most votes from the public.
- Final: In the final, Masuku performed the legendary aria “Nessun dorma” from Puccini’s Turandot, bringing judge Bruno Tonioli to tears with his rendition.
Personal Life
- Marriage: Masuku is happily married, having tied the knot with his fiancée, a nurse, whom he met before his rise to fame on Britain’s Got Talent.
- Residence: After his initial success in South Africa, Masuku moved to London, where he is currently based.
Accolades and Recognition
- Merit Award: Received a Merit award in the 2019 SAMRO competition.
- Scholarships and Sponsorships: He has been the recipient of The Tillet Trust fund, The Oppenheimer International Scholarship, and The Countess of Munster Musical Trust Study Award.
What Makes Him Stand Out?
- Voice: Masuku’s voice has been described as “sensational” and “otherworldly” by popstar and judge Alesha Dixon.
- Performance: Simon Cowell remarked that no one has ever sung “Nessun dorma” as well as Masuku did on the show.
