Legendary Marc Lottering inducted into Comics' Hall of Fame

Comedy’s biggest night took place over the weekend as the very best in the game were honoured at the Savanna Comics’ Choice Comedy Awards.

The likes of Mpho Popps took home the award for Comedian of the Year, while Robby Collins won for Headliner of the Year.

Breakthrough Act of the Year went to Vafa Naraghi. 

All eyes were, however, on Capetonian Marc Lottering who was inducted into the Comics’ Hall of Fame for his contributions to the community.

After over two decades in the industry, Lottering continues to bring smiles to people’s faces. 

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Speaking to Thando Thabethe and Matt Flax on Drive with Thando (947) ahead of the awards, Lottering says he is honoured to be recognised. 

However, it is important to remember that accolades don’t necessarily define who we are, he added.

“I’ve worked for more than 20 years, I flippen love what I am doing and you cannot be sidetracked thinking ‘if I don’t get an award for something, that means that I’m not doing an amazing job’.”

Marc Lottering, comedian

He recalls the hardships of being a comedian in the early 2000’s when it wasn’t as easy as posting a video online to get people to come to your show.

“You had to book a venue, you had to not sleep for a good few nights to make sure that people come and watch. I’m glad that I came through at that time because now everything else is a breeze.”

Marc Lottering, comedian

Watch the discussion below:

If you missed the awards or want to relive the best moment, catch the awards special on Comedy Central (DStv Channel 122) on 18 May.