Bouquets and brickbats for those celebs who ...

So, because Madi is all about empowerment, she gave Oskido a gold medal for finally learning what a bathtub is used for.

This week Madi wants to give kudos to celebrities that have risen above adversity and are really making a mark in the industry right now. Madi also wants to discuss some celebrities who could use a wake up.

Lets start with the top five that Madi is proud of:

 Khanyi Mbau

Madi has never seen a stronger work ethic. This girl has put her trashy gold digging ways behind her, and knows how it feels to pay for the weave on her head. Madi once overheard her apologising to an organiser about not showing up to an event as she had to work, citing how she has bills to pay.

Madi thought she'd see Mapaputsi on the Forbes list before those words escaped Khanyi's mouth! She has also bought herself some taste, and potbellies are no longer part of her menu.

Good going girl, Madi is very proud of you.

lManaka Ranaka

She has really earned herself the title of a formidable actress. Manaka has been consistently working, including in theatre, and is a true all-rounder. Madi thinks she could use a bit of a scrub-down and should stop with the soup kitchen look, but Madi thinks she is one of the few bona fide actresses we have, and Madi couldn't be prouder.

 Denise Zimba

The craziness has really paid off for her. At first Madi thought she had a bed at Sterkfontein ready for her, but she has really shown that persistence pays. She is working her tail off and has many gigs under her belt. Keep it up girl.

Anele Mdoda

Madi loves her. She really took charge of her life, dropped the hot air balloon look and has been consistent with both her career and her weight. Madi thinks you are amazing girl, and a true inspiration.

 AKA

Madi cannot actually believe she's saying this, as she cannot stand his "I defecate ice cream" attitude, but honestly, this boy has done us proud.

He is a talented performer and well deserving of all the various nominations and awards he has received. AKA, don't drop the ball.

Now let's move on to those who could use a loud alarm under their pillows.

 Malaika

Bathong, where are you guys? Madi thinks this duo has amazing voices but which rock are you guys hibernating under? Madi spotted Tshidi Mholo recently and she looked deplorable, like the primary school teacher she really is, but where is Bongani? Last Madi heard he was depressed about a failed marriage, but really, are you still pining away in some dungeon? Was she that good?

Honestly guys, wake up. Mafikizolo is kicking your butts.

l Zahara

Sis wam, I don't know what is going on with you, what with allegations of alcoholism and bankruptcy, but you need to catch a wake up call, and fast. Find Indlela yam and get back on it, pronto.

Big brother's Mandla and Lexi.

One word: irrelevant. You guys need to consider rethinking your careers, because the 15 seconds of fame is almost up. Having some drab reality show where Lexi shows off her wobbly bits at every given chance is NOT a career. Let's catch a wake up, shall we?

Sophie Ndaba

Poor Sophie. She is the classic example that the gravy train eventually runs out of gravy. Not only was she dropped like a hot potato by various sponsors, she is nowhere to be seen! Aus Sophie, you are a great actress.

Let's hit that casting couch and get back on the screen, shall we?

Brenda Ngxoli

Girl, you are skating on thin ice. You are seriously bordering on has-been, it's not even funny. You see, that rural thing was appealing at first, but now producers are bored. What else can you do? Girl, dig into that bag of tricks and pull out a talking bunny, and fast.