Zoe, Danilo and Jade win Presenter Search on 3

After 12 weeks of challenges, the final five contestants – Christopher Jaftha, Danilo Acquisto, Jade Hubner, Khanya Siyengo and Zoe Brown – faced off against each other in a nail-biting Grand Finale on the tropical island of Zanzibar. In a grand pool-side ceremony, the Top five waited anxiously for the judges to reveal who would be stepping into the spotlight as the three winners, and which presenting gig they would each get.

First announced was 25-year-old Zoe Brown as the winner who will shine on live television by joining Expresso. The next winner to be revealed was Johannesburg-born Danilo Acquisto, who will work on the brand-new weekday afternoon show Afternoon Express alongside judges, and now co-hosts, Bonang and Jeannie. The third and final winner to walk away with a presenting spot on the glamorous Top Billing, is 23-year-old Jade Hubner.

Not only have these three won dream presenting jobs, but thanks to the show’s sponsors, each of them will get to drive a luxury Mercedes-Benz for a year, receive R10 000 from Nedbank and with a presenter needing to look stylish at all times, what better way than with a R50 000 Woolworths gift card to take care of all their fashion needs.

Zoe Brown’s career goals are to build real, lasting bridges between people and communities. With her degree in International Relations from Stellenbosch University, her career growth as a radio presenter – starting from campus radio and moving on to a national radio station- and now as a Presenter Search on 3 winner, she is well on her way to making her dreams come true.

24-year old Danilo Acquisto is no stranger to the presenting world, both on radio and the small screen. Danilo hosts his own slot on Goodhope FM, and after presenting on the SABC2 youth show Hectic Nine-9 for four years, he has moved on to behind-the-scenes content production across many media platforms. But it seems that the spotlight has landed firmly on him and Danilo belongs in front of the camera.

It’s difficult to find someone who has as much energy as Capetonian Jade Hubner. This self-confessed tomboy has grown into a beautiful, fit and talented young woman who has mastered everything she has tried her hand at. Whether it be athletics, music or entrepreneurship, GI Jade has made it all her own. Winning on Presenter Search on 3 is an important step on her way to stardom.

SABC3’s Head of Bouquet, Aisha Mohamed said: “Our top three finalists have really exceeded our expectations this year! It’s not easy finding a presenter, let alone three who have all the qualities to appeal to our vast audience. We wish Zoe, Jade and Danilo much success as they pursue their dreams on Expresso, Top Billing and Afternoon Express. May their careers continue to grow from strength to strength.”

Twitter congratulated the winners with the following: