Tyrese, the 17-year-old brother of South African singing sensation Tyla, is making the most of his sister’s meteoric rise to fame.
Since Tyla’s Grammy win, Tyrese has become a mini-celebrity in his own right at school, and he’s capitalizing on it by charging $500 for a picture.
The enterprising teenager recently organized a meet-and-greet event, where fans could snap a photo with him and his sister’s coveted Grammy award trophy.
Many were happy to pay for the opportunity to meet Tyrese and get a glimpse of the prestigious award.
Tyla, whose real name is Tyla Laura Seethal, has had a whirlwind few months, performing on acclaimed shows in the USA and gracing major international stages.
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Her song “Water” has been a massive hit, making her the most successful young musician in Africa and the youngest South African to be featured in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years.
It’s clear that Tyla’s success has brought her family into the spotlight, and her brother Tyrese is enjoying the ride
