Rita Paulsen
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Rita Paulsen (born 26 February 1977) is a Tanzanian television personality, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and the chief executive officer of Benchmark Productions, a company that prepares and hosts the Tanzanian television talents show Bongo Star Search.
Early life
[edit]Rita Paulsen | |
|---|---|
| Born | Karagwe, Kagera Region, Tanzania |
| Nationality |  Tanzania |
| Other names | Madame Ritha |
| Occupation(s) | Talent manager Creative consultant Television director |
| Known for | Co-Founder of Bongo Star Search (BSS) |
| Title | Owner and Director of Benchmark Productions |
Rita Paulsen was born in Karagwe District in Kagera Region on 26 February 1977. Her father, who was from Germany, died when she was young. She initially wanted to become a lawyer, however, she became pregnant at the age of 14, resulting in her ostracization from her community.[1] When Paulsen became a celebrity she aimed to use her story and experiences to encourage girls facing similar circumstances as her own, to never give up.[1]
Career
[edit]Paulsen is the founder and chief executive officer of the TV production company Benchmark Productions. The company produces the television show Bongo Star Search. When launching the show, Paulsen was inspired by the American show American Idol.[2] As with the American original, the show's goal is to find and promote singing talents, especially young ones.[2] The theme of Bongo Star Search is to help young Tanzanians with musical talents to develop their skills through participating in singing competitions.[3][4][5][6]
She is also a host for her 45-minute namesake television show, Rita Paulsen Show. The show consists of three parts: 'Changing Lives', 'Celebrity Corner' and 'Make-Over'.[7][8]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "MADAM RITA AFUNGUKA "NILIZAA KATIKA UMRI MDOGO SANA" - Magazeti ya leo- Tanzania News -Tanzania Today". www.tanzaniatoday.co.tz.
- ^ a b Kubegeya, Maimuna (2015-06-21). "Kuzaa katika umri mdogo hakukunifanya nikate tamaa - Makala". Mwananchi. Retrieved 2018-05-04.
- ^ "Tanzaniatoday.co.tz".
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWjmHFc9f-s Millard Ayo 13 October 2015
- ^ Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: Bongo Star Search 2015 Dar Es Salaam Part 1. YouTube.
- ^ Archived at Ghostarchive and the Wayback Machine: Bongo Star Search 2015 Arusha Audition. YouTube.
- ^ "The rise and rise of Rita Paulsen". 17 June 2016. Archived from the original on 2017-10-29.
- ^ "Rita Paulsen Show S01E01 - - vimore.org". vimore.org.
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