10 South African Celebrity Relationships That Ended in Tears

Celebrity relationships often captivate fans with their glamour, drama, and romantic moments. However, not all love stories have fairy tale endings, and many South African stars have experienced heartbreak in the public eye. Here’s a look at 10 South African celebrity relationships that ended in tears, shocking fans and making headlines.

Bonang Matheba, the Queen B of South African entertainment, and rapper AKA were one of Mzansi’s most talked-about couples. Their whirlwind romance was filled with luxurious vacations and social media PDA, but rumors of infidelity plagued their relationship. In 2018, the two called it quits, leaving fans to speculate on the reasons behind the split.

DJ Black Coffee and actress Enhle Mbali appeared to be the epitome of a power couple. Married in 2011, the duo seemed inseparable until Enhle revealed in 2019 that she had filed for divorce. Allegations of infidelity and emotional neglect emerged, turning their split into one of South Africa’s most publicized celebrity breakups.

Actress Pearl Thusi and sports broadcaster Robert Marawa had a relationship that fans adored. The couple even got engaged in 2017, but by 2018, they announced their separation. Both remained tight-lipped about the reasons, but their breakup left fans heartbroken.

Minnie Dlamini, known as “South Africa’s Diamond,” and producer Quinton Jones tied the knot in a glamorous ceremony in 2017. After nearly five years of marriage, Minnie confirmed their divorce in early 2022, citing irreconcilable differences. Fans were shocked as the couple had seemed solid and deeply in love.

Before his romance with Bonang, AKA was in a relationship with DJ Zinhle. The pair welcomed a daughter, Kairo, in 2015. However, their relationship ended shortly after when AKA reportedly began seeing Bonang while still with Zinhle. Despite the heartbreak, DJ Zinhle and AKA managed to co-parent their daughter amicably.

Khanyi Mbau, a media personality and actress, and businessman Tebogo Lerole had an on-again, off-again relationship spanning over a decade. In 2020, Khanyi announced their split for good. While she didn’t go into detail, she shared that the breakup was amicable and that they had simply grown apart.

Somizi Mhlongo, a larger-than-life television personality, and Mohale Motaung, his former partner, had a highly publicized relationship. The two tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony in 2020. However, by 2021, allegations of abuse and infidelity surfaced, leading to a bitter and very public separation.

Boity Thulo, a rapper and media personality, and hip-hop star Cassper Nyovest were once one of South Africa’s favorite couples. Their chemistry was undeniable, but their relationship came to an abrupt end in 2015. Cassper later admitted in a song that he had cheated on Boity, leaving fans disappointed.

Idols SA judge Unathi Nkayi and radio personality Thomas Msengana were married for over a decade before their relationship fell apart. The pair split in 2019 amidst allegations of infidelity, marking the end of what many considered a rock-solid union.

Television and radio host Lerato Kganyago and businessman Thami Ndlala’s relationship was marked by turbulence from the start. The couple married in a private ceremony in 2020 but announced their separation just two months later. They reconciled shortly after but eventually parted ways for good, with Lerato stating that the relationship was not what she had envisioned.

While these relationships may have ended in tears, they offer important lessons about love, fame, and resilience. Being in the public eye often intensifies the challenges couples face, from privacy invasions to heightened scrutiny of their every move. However, many of these stars have shown strength by moving on and finding peace post-breakup.

Love in the limelight is never easy, and these stories remind us that even celebrities face the highs and lows of relationships just like everyone else. Fans can only hope that their favorite stars find lasting happiness, whether in love or within themselves.