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Letoya Makhene trends as reality show reveals baby daddy
Letoya Makhene is once again at the centre of online chatter after her reality TV series The Makhenes debuted on Mzansi Magic, giving viewers an intimate look into her personal life.
The premiere episode, which aired on Sunday, 12 April 2026, didn’t just introduce audiences to her family dynamics, it also confirmed long-running speculation about her pregnancy.
Viewers were finally introduced to the father of her newborn, a moment that quickly spilled onto social media.
Clips and images from the episode began circulating online, including a post by an X user who shared a snapshot of Letoya during a gynaecologist visit alongside her partner, who appeared dressed in traditional Zulu attire.
The image immediately triggered a wave of reactions, with some users drawing comparisons between him and Henry Cele, famously known for portraying King Shaka in the 1986 drama Shaka Zulu.
The post was captioned: “From being a lesbian to having a child with ‘Shaka Zulu’……#themakhenes”
While some responses were humorous, others took a more critical tone, with users questioning Letoya’s sexuality and personal choices.
The conversation quickly gained traction, turning what was meant to be a revealing television moment into a trending topic across platforms.
From being a lesbian to having a child with “Shaka Zulu”……#themakhenes pic.twitter.com/nOIxLHRyHV
— Zanele Mokoena 🇿🇦 (@zahMokoena) April 12, 2026
