South African media personality and DJ Lamiez Holworthy has been hospitalised and undergone a surgical procedure, prompting an outpouring of concern and support from fans, friends and fellow celebrities.

The Metro FM presenter’s management team, Brand Arc Team, confirmed the news on Sunday, 9 August 2026, through an official statement shared on social media. While the team described the situation as serious enough to require medical attention, they reassured the public that Holworthy’s condition is not life-threatening.

According to the statement, the surgery has forced the popular entertainer to cancel several of her scheduled professional commitments. Holworthy was expected to attend appearances on 9 and 10 August, but those engagements will now have to be postponed while she concentrates on her recovery.

Her management apologised to event organisers, promoters, clients and business partners who may have been affected by the unexpected cancellations.

The team also confirmed that the affected bookings would be rescheduled once Holworthy has recovered sufficiently and is ready to return to work.

Fans urged to respect her privacy

As news of the hospitalisation spread across social media, Holworthy’s management appealed to the public to keep the DJ and presenter in their thoughts and prayers.

They also asked fans and members of the media to respect her privacy during what is understood to be a difficult period.

The announcement quickly attracted reactions from people within the entertainment industry, many of whom wished Holworthy a speedy recovery.

Media personality Refilwe Modiselle sent a short but heartfelt message, wishing her well. Actress Lunathi Mampofu also joined those offering prayers and support.

Other social media users expressed concern after remembering Holworthy’s recent posts, in which she reportedly spoke about feeling physically exhausted and unwell.

One follower questioned whether the star may have pushed herself too hard despite feeling drained, while another reflected that failing to take enough rest can eventually force the body to stop.

Recent public appearance raises concern

Holworthy’s hospitalisation came only a day after she attended the Free State Fashion Week in Bloemfontein on Saturday, 8 August.

The event took place at the Central University of Technology, where the entertainer appeared publicly before news of her medical procedure emerged.

The close timing between the event and her hospitalisation has left some supporters particularly concerned, especially those who had seen her recent social media updates.

Holworthy has built a strong reputation in South Africa’s entertainment industry through her work as a DJ, television and radio personality, as well as her various business ventures.

Her popularity has earned her a large following, meaning news about her health quickly attracted widespread attention online.

For now, fans have been encouraged to allow the Metro FM star time to rest and recover away from the public spotlight.

While details about the nature of her surgery have not been publicly disclosed, her management’s assurance that her condition is not life-threatening has provided some comfort to concerned supporters.

As messages of encouragement continue to circulate online, many fans are hoping to see Holworthy back on her feet and returning to the work she loves once she has made a full recovery.