David Tlale Booted From Huge SA Award Event As Peeps Call for Designer to Be Cancelled Over Abuse Scandal

• David Tlale is starting to feel some of the backlash after getting accused of sexual assault and exploitation in the workplace
• The world-famous fashion designer faced allegations of sexual abuse from a former employee named Zack
• The Feather Awards have been the latest to take steps to distance themselves from David, who was meant to be honoured at the occasion

David Tlale was not able to attend the 2022 Feather Awards. The fashion designer recently faced accusations of sexual abuse from a former employee.

Although the fashion designer has vehemently denied the allegations, some have begun distancing themselves from David. Tlale got excluded from the Feather Awards due to the accusations lodged against him.

David Tlale receives backlash from Feather Awards organisers

According to ZAlebs, David Tlale was excluded from the Feather Awards 2022. The award ceremony wanted to include the designer in their celebration of inclusion by recognising big names in the queer community that are active in the industry.

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David was reportedly dropped from the award event at the last minute. A source told ZAlebs that the Feather Awards do not take accusations that David is facing lightly, and they are waiting for the law to take its course.

Many on social media have shared that David is not facing enough consequences. Some Briefly News readers expressed that they want David to face more backlash.

Xolani Nokwe commented:

"Of course he's unbothered, he belongs to the "special" group that cannot be cancelled."

Quinton Anderson commented:

"I'm still waiting for the MeToo's and Cancel people to respond to this. Oh wait, they're still waiting at his shop for a new dress."

Matros Malgas commented:

"Lol but clearly we can see how he even addresses the media... imagine when he is frustrated? Ke drama king/queen this 'They'."

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Ace Makh commented:

"He is a man, after all."

Phunyuzwa Mjali commented:

"I like David Tlale. I'm not saying this is true or false, but it's not like him."

Nelly Nkosi commented:

"No ways. I've worked with David Tlale before. He's so strict and by the book."

The GOATS: Esther Mahlangu, Yvonne Chaka Chaka & David Tlale honoured by TUT

Briefly News previously reported that Award-winning South African singer and songwriter Yvonne Chaka Chaka, renowned fashion designer David Tlale, business magnet Mike Nkuna and internationally acclaimed artist Esther Mahlangu were recently conferred honorary doctorates by the Tshwane University of Technology.

The legends were being honoured for their immense contributions to their various sectors.

According to ZAlebs, TUT’s spokesperson Phaphama Tshisikhawe said they decided to honour these stars because they are "giants in their fields." He also added that the institution hopes to collaborate with them on programs that will benefit learners.

Source: Briefly News