10 Celebrity Breakups That Ended in Heartbreak

Celebrity relationships often capture the public’s attention, and their breakups can be just as captivating. Here are ten high-profile relationships that ended in tears:

1. **Minnie Dlamini and Quinton Jones**

Minnie Dlamini, a beloved South African TV personality, and Quinton Jones, a producer, had a highly publicized wedding in 2017, documented in the series *Becoming Mrs. Jones*. They had one son, but after five years of marriage, they divorced in February 2022. Dlamini expressed that she felt unable to be her true self during the relationship.

2. **Berita and Nota Baloyi**

Singer Berita and Nota Baloyi had a brief and turbulent marriage, ending in early 2022 after just one year. The split was marred by public accusations, with Berita alleging controlling behavior and abuse. Following their separation, she sought therapy to heal from the emotional toll.

3. **Thando Thabethe and Lunga Shabalala**

Actress Thando Thabethe and TV presenter Lunga Shabalala began their relationship in 2009. They kept their romance relatively private, but by October 2022, the relationship had ended. Rumors surfaced that Thabethe had moved on, while Shabalala struggled with the breakup, leading Thabethe to obtain a protection order against him.

4. **Focalistic and DBN Gogo**

Musicians Focalistic and DBN Gogo were a prominent couple in the Amapiano music scene. They confirmed their relationship in 2021 but seemed to split in 2022, as they removed their social media posts about each other. Neither has publicly commented on the cause, leaving fans to speculate.

5. **Lady Du and Andile Mxakaza**

Lady Du, an Amapiano artist, and Andile Mxakaza, an actor, got engaged in 2020 after reconnecting. However, they announced their separation in January 2022, citing cultural pressures and personal attacks as reasons. Andile controversially blamed witchcraft for their split.

6. **Masasa Mbangeni and Gwydion Beynon**

Award-winning actress Masasa Mbangeni and producer Gwydion Beynon ended their relationship in late 2022 after two years together. Mbangeni shared on Twitter that living together had hurt their relationship, leading her to believe that separate living arrangements might have preserved their romance.

7. **DJ Maphorisa and Thuli Phongolo**

DJ Maphorisa, a well-known producer, and actress Thuli Phongolo kept their relationship low-key until it ended with allegations of assault. Despite charges being filed, Phongolo later withdrew them, creating ambiguity around the status of their relationship.

8. **Bontle Modiselle and Major League DJz’s Bandile Mbere**

Bontle Modiselle, a presenter, and Bandile Mbere from Major League DJz were initially discreet about their relationship, but they became more public following the birth of their child in 2022. However, the couple soon broke up, choosing to co-parent their daughter while maintaining their privacy.

9. **Andile Mpisane and Sithelo Shozi**

Their tumultuous relationship was riddled with drama, including a paternity dispute and custody battles. After their split, Andile married Tamia Louw, and Sithelo sought legal action, highlighting a strained post-relationship dynamic.

10. **Sneziey Msomi and Zamani Mbatha**

YouTube influencer Sneziey Msomi and Zamani Mbatha had a six-year relationship that ended publicly and dramatically. Sneziey caught Zamani with another woman and shared the evidence online, sparking a social media storm. She confirmed that reconciliation was not an option.

These stories show that even the most celebrated relationships can face challenges behind the scenes. Celebrity breakups can be heartbreaking, but they also remind us that fame doesn’t shield anyone from the complexities of love.