5 South African celebrities with the shortest marriages

In the world of fame and fortune, relationships can often be more volatile, with many marriages ending in a blink of an eye.

South African celebrities are no exception to this, with some high-profile couples seeing their unions dissolve sooner than anyone expected.

Here’s a look at five South African celebrities who had some of the shortest marriages:

1. Khanyi Mbau and Mandla Mthembu

Khanyi Mbau, one of South Africa’s most famous media personalities, had a marriage with businessman Mandla Mthembu that lasted only a few months. Their relationship was full of drama, with the couple separating quickly after their highly publicized wedding. The media attention on their short marriage continued as rumors and speculations surrounded their personal lives.

2. Somizi Mhlongo and Mohale Motaung

Somizi Mhlongo, the flamboyant TV personality, and Mohale Motaung’s marriage was one of the most talked-about events in South African celebrity culture. The pair’s wedding in 2019 was grand and full of celebration, but the reality of their relationship didn’t match the glamour of their wedding. Just a year later, Somizi and Mohale announced their separation, making their marriage one of the shortest in South Africa’s entertainment industry.

3. Simphiwe Ngema and Dumi Masilela

Actress Simphiwe Ngema married actor Dumi Masilela in 2017, but their union was tragically cut short. Dumi was killed in a carjacking incident only a few months after their wedding, leaving Simphiwe to navigate the grief of losing her partner. Although their marriage was brief, their love story remains one of South Africa’s most heartbreaking, as Simphiwe’s mourning for Dumi’s untimely death touched the hearts of many.

4. Terry Pheto and Husband

Actress Terry Pheto’s marriage to her husband made headlines when the two separated after a very short time. Known for her roles in movies like Tsotsi, Terry had been relatively private about her personal life, but the news of her sudden separation has caused a stir in the media. Although details about their marriage were kept largely under wraps, the swift end to their union has led many to speculate about the reasons behind it.