In this profile series, Revry is highlighting authentic contributors to the LGBTQ media and entertainment community. We ask questions to find out who they are and where they are going in the future. The questions remain the same but the answers tell their unique story. It’s time to explore and celebrate true representation beyond the limits of Hollywood.

Lyle Anthony is an Afro-Pop, Dance Sensation, and South Africa's very own Angelino who rose to fame when he won the International Reality Singing Show, POPSTARS (Pre-cursor to American Idol), which saw the fame of Nicole Scherzinger (Edens Crush), Girls Aloud and more. He was signed to EMI Records before being granted an extraordinary artist O1B visa from the US and now lives in Los Angeles. Lyle released his Debut EP/Album and his Afro Pop Letter of Love to the World, titled THE LOVE PROJECT in 2021, and continues to wow audiences around the world with his live performance and social media presence. The Singer/Songwriter, Actor, Model, Dancer, and social media influencer is currently touring the US, performing at Pride events around the globe, Corporate shows and has been doing a club tour since the World has opened back up due to the Covid breakout. The fun-loving, exciting and uplifting Album/EP has 5 tracks that have already touched many hearts, including his debut single and title track, LOVE WINS continues to increase in streams and downloads and has had many listeners loving the song and now the EP. I DESERVE is the latest single on the album and the album is produced by Carl McGrier and Wiidope who have produced for the likes of Brandy, Ciara, Tamar Braxton, Todrick Hall, and many more. 

What are you best known for?

I’m best known for winning the International Franchise show POPSTARS in South Africa and being an Andrew Christian Trophy Boy.

What is the first thing you acted in?

I can’t remember the first thing I acted in, probably as a child but the most memorable thing thus far was performing at the Soccer World Cup in 2010 and performing in front of John Legend and Chrissy Teagan.

What are you working on that no one knows about yet?

I’m currently working on a fashion line and a new album.