Kelly Khumalo’s ex-manager reportedly stole from her
Kelly Khumalo has reportedly cut ties with her long-serving manager, creative director, and designer, Kgothatso Tsotetsi, following serious allegations of financial misconduct.
The award-winning singer, who had worked with Tsotetsi for 17 years, is said to have ended their professional relationship after discovering he may have been accepting payments behind her back for services like styling and management.
Insiders claim Tsotetsi had been quietly taking booking fees and other payments without informing Khumalo, raising concerns about trust and accountability.
It’s believed his roles in her team, which included managing her career, directing her creative image, and designing outfits for both her and her band, may have given him access to funds he allegedly mishandled.
Though the split reportedly happened around early May, the fallout appears to have left the two no longer on speaking terms.
Sources suggest the rift has had a personal toll, especially after such a long-standing working relationship.
However, Tsotetsi has denied all claims of theft, stating that the separation was mutual.
He maintained that there was no bad blood and explained that he stepped away to concentrate on his fashion brand.
“If Kelly feels I’ve stolen her money, it’s fine,” he said.
