Celebrities are always the center of attention, whether they’re doing good or bad. Because of this, some celebrities may prefer to keep their lives private and, therefore, may not know they are related. Welcome to Gemini Blessed TV, and today we’ll be showing 10 celebrities who are related.

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1. **Natasha Thahane and Desmond Tutu**

Natasha Thahane is an accomplished actress who has appeared on several of Amazon’s top TV shows. Natasha’s father is Trevor Tutu, the son of world-renowned activist Archbishop Desmond Tutu, making him Natasha’s grandfather.

Natasha explained during an interview on Metro FM that, although being the grandchild of Archbishop Desmond Tutu had its advantages, it wasn’t always easy. The actress revealed that at times it was hard to process the bad things that people say about their grandfather and their family as a whole.

2. **Paul and Arthur Molepo**

If you’re a fan of Rhythm City, there’s absolutely no way you can not know Fats, the character played by Paul Molepo. What many of his fans may not know is that acting is actually a talent that runs in this family.

Accomplished actor Arthur Molepo is his father. Arthur has appeared on Generations and is currently known for his role on Skeem Saam. Paul has said that his father is his inspiration and watching him in action led him to choose acting as a career.

He has gotten by in the industry mostly from taking advice from his father and learning from his experiences. Arthur Molepo revealed to Drum Magazine that, although he’s proud of what his son has achieved, if it was up to him, he wouldn’t have had him in acting.

3. **Nomzamo and Zamani Mbatha**

Nomzamo Mbatha is no stranger to television, and so is her brother Zamani, who is slowly making a name for himself in the entertainment industry. Zamani started off his acting career on e.tv’s Scandal!, which was his first acting gig.

He has emphasized that he did not get the role because his sister pulled some strings. He has insisted that his success is a result of his talent, although Nomzamo is his inspiration.

The actor, who currently stars on Rhythm City, explained that because he’s too young, he feels the pressure to mold into the artist he wants to be. The siblings are very fond of each other, and Nomzamo has acknowledged that Zamani reminds her of their father.

4. **Gugulet and Jacob Zuma**

Gugulet Zuma-Gambu is a South African actress, producer, and daughter of former president Jacob Zuma. Gugulet has managed to build an impressive behind-the-scenes career and is behind the success of Mzansi’s most-watched TV show, Uzalo.

She is also the executive producer of the e.tv reality show, “Durban Gen.” Before she went behind the scenes, Gugulet had appeared in several TV shows, including “Interrogation Room,” “e.tv’s Dingo,” and “Rhythm City.” She has jokingly said that fans of the show at one time insisted they wouldn’t vote for Jacob Zuma if he didn’t bring some characters back to Uzalo.

5. **Lasizwe and Khanyi Mbau**

Lasizwe Dlamini is a South African TV personality, social media influencer, radio host, comedian, actor, and YouTuber. Lasizwe is the younger half-brother of Khanyi Mbau, as they shared the same father.

Lasizwe has often made it clear that, as much as his sister is his support structure, he refused to use her to make it into the entertainment industry. He wanted to make it on his own, and that’s exactly what he did.

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6. **The Modiselle Sisters**

The Modiselle sisters are considered to be three of the most influential celebrity siblings in the South African entertainment industry. Refiloe is the oldest, a singer, actress, and fashion model who became popular for being the first South African albino to walk the runway. Palesa, the middle child, is best known as an actress, singer, model, radio personality, dancer, choreographer, and TV presenter.

Candice, the youngest, is also a successful presenter and actress who has appeared in “Generations” and “The Legacy.” Refiloe is nine years older than Candice, but for the sisters, age is nothing but a number as they have an unbreakable bond.

Even though they are not on the same level of career success, they still work together on some projects and also find time to make one another happy. The sisters are not only close to each other but also to their mother.

7. **Proverb and Lerato Velase**

If you watch “Isibaya,” then you definitely know Lerato, who played the role of Mpiyakhe’s third wife. Lerato is an actress and TV presenter and she’s the sister of popular rapper and radio presenter Proverb.

Lerato revealed that she and Proverb share the same mother but have different fathers. She said that they’re close and also have a relationship that has to be worked on and is still being worked on because they grew apart. Growing up, they only used to see each other on Christmas and would meet at Proverb’s father’s house.

8. **Londeka and Neli Samo**

Neli Samo is a South African actress popular for her role on “The River.” She is the older sister of Londeka Mbatha, known for her role on “e.tv’s Scandal!” and “Rhythm City.”

The sisters have a three-year age difference and are always supportive of each other and their careers, occasionally taking to social media to support each other. Neli has said it’s a wonderful thing to be able to have Londeka in the industry as well.

9. **Lunathi and Auror Mampofu**

The Mampofu siblings, which consist of older sister Lunathi and twins Auror and Prince, are amongst the leading siblings in the entertainment industry. Lunathi Mampofu is currently one of the hottest actresses on the block, who rose to fame after landing a first role in 2016 on the SABC drama “Ngozi.”

Auror is best known for his lead role in the popular SABC1 drama series “Skeem Saam,” amongst numerous other roles. Lunathi has said that she’s grateful that she has Auror, who understands how the industry operates from the inside and looks out for her.

10. **S’khumba and Abdul Khoza**

S’khumba and Abdul Khoza have managed to both become very successful actors in South Africa. S’khumba was the firstborn of the brothers and has said his family values are important to the actor, which explains how he stays so close to his brother.

These celebrities, despite their fame and success, share a common bond of family. Their relationships, whether close or needing work, showcase the complexities of family ties in the spotlight.

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