South African Millennials Revisit Childhood Memories With Dub
- South African millennials were overjoyed to reconnect with their childhood icon, Dub—the beloved green alien from SABC 2, after more than a decade.
- Radio personality Nick Hamman from 5FM tracked him down for an exclusive interview, shedding light on his abrupt departure and his current life.
- The TikTok post sharing the interview sparked a flood of 2.9K emotional comments from social media users reminiscing about their favorite alien.
Nick Hamman gave South African millennials a blast from the past when he managed to track down their childhood hero, Dub, the cheerful green alien who used to light up their afternoons on SABC 2. His sudden disappearance left a void in the hearts of many who are now working adults, but his reappearance brought back a flood of cherished memories.
Dub’s farewell was abrupt and left many fans heartbroken. Today, those same fans, now adults, were delighted to hear from their old friend. The alien’s absence was felt deeply, but Nick Hamman’s dedication to finding him brought joy back into the lives of his fans.
SA Millennials Revisit Their SABC 2 Hero
Millennials often find themselves reminiscing about the good old days, comparing their childhoods with today's generation. Whether it's about the TV shows they grew up watching, the fashion trends they followed, or the cultural moments they experienced, the '90s kids often feel they had something special.
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One of the most cherished memories for this generation was the presence of Dub, the green alien who became the face of the children's programming block, Tube, on SABC 2. Dub’s antics cheered up countless afternoons as he introduced and bid farewell to the day's lineup of fun kids' shows. His sudden disappearance left a void that many have carried into adulthood. Thanks to Nick Hamman, the radio presenter at 5FM, fans finally got some answers:
“Here's the truth about Dub's departure. It wasn't his choice to leave. Factors beyond his control forced him out of the inflatable world of Tube and away from our screens, never to return. It was a bittersweet moment for everyone involved.”
Today, Dub and the actor who brought him to life, Brian Webber, reside in Canada, where they spend most of their time indoors due to the cold weather. But that hasn’t stopped Dub from exploring new creative ventures. In fact, he's now a poet:
“I’m happy, but I do miss the kids and all my friends back in South Africa. And oh, how I miss Kwaito music! It’s been years since I last saw you all, but it feels like we grew up together. I hope you learned from my mischievous actions—my naughtiness, selfishness, and greed—and didn’t turn out like me. I’m a better person now. I eat healthier, and I’m vegan now. Who would’ve thought?”
Watch the heartwarming video below:
Mzansi Celebrates the Return of Tube’s Dub
The TikTok video featuring Dub’s interview resonated deeply with South Africans, who flooded the comments section with heartfelt messages:
@Sapphire expressed gratitude:
“Thank you, Brian Webber, for making my childhood so unforgettable. I remember crying every time Dub said goodbye. Thank you for the memories. You’ll always have a special place in my heart, dear Dub.”
@Bokang Phelane shared:
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“This brought tears to my eyes. Dub and Cody hold a very special place in my heart. They were part of my childhood, and it’s amazing to hear from them again.”
@Mr. Muphin drew a comparison:
“Dub was to us what Cocomelon is to today’s kids. He was our everything.”
@thobi euiko reminisced:
“I remember singing and rapping the ‘Tell It Like It Is’ song word for word. Those were the days!”
@K🇿🇦 added humor:
“Dub, life’s been wild since you left, bro. We’ve missed you!”
@Leanne Booyens expressed healing:
“A part of my inner child feels healed hearing from Dub and Brian Webber. Thank you for bringing back those memories.”
@Penelope friend was emotional:
“This was the closure we all needed. Hearing his voice brought me to tears. Thank you, Nick, for finding him.”
@Fatzilicious 🍉 shared a childhood habit:
“I used to wave at Dub until he disappeared from the screen. Those were the days!”
@letukaskosana admitted:
“I’m a 39-year-old husband and father, and here I am crying over a TikTok video. That’s how much Dub meant to me.”
@Roxette Nhlamu Nwa'Chauke reflected:
“The day after Dub said goodbye for the very last time, everything changed. It was like losing a piece of my childhood.”
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Viewers were in awe of the collection of premium snacks and responded with enthusiasm in the comments section, sharing their own childhood favorites and reliving those simpler times.
