Month: August 2024

imone Biles’ husband, Jonathan Owens, has found himself at the centre of social media controversy after posting a photo of himself wearing her gold medal.

JONATHAN OWENS CELEBRATES SIMONE
The NFL player, 29, shared the image on Instagram with a heartfelt message celebrating his wife’s achievements. However, the post quickly attracted a wave of criticism.

In the photo, Owens is seen draped in Biles’ gold medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The accompanying caption praised Biles for her historic win, writing, “Congrats baby on becoming the most decorated American gymnast in Olympic history!!!!

 

Just wow!!!! 8 of them!!!!! So thankful I was there to see it ❤️🤍💙.”

JONATHAN OWENS AND THE BACKLASH
While the sentiment was appreciated by many, the choice of accessory did not go unnoticed.

Critics were quick to point out that the medal did not belong to Owens.

One commenter quipped, “That’s Simone’s gold medal you’re holding, not yours my guy. 😂😂,” which garnered over 4,000 likes.

Another user expressed confusion, stating, “Why is he holding it like he won it?” and a third added, “Give the medal back bby [sic] that’s not yours.”

This backlash was a reminder of a previous controversy involving Owens, which was reignited by the medal photo.

JONATHAN OWENS PAST COMMENTS
The renewed criticism also brought back Owens’ past remarks from a December podcast episode.

On Pivot, he admitted that he was unfamiliar with Biles before they started dating.

“I’m like, ‘Lemme see who this is.’ I never really paid attention to gymnastics,” he said, despite Biles’ considerable fame.

Further compounding the issue were Owens’ comments from the same podcast where he stated he was “the catch” in their relationship.

He added, “I always say that the men are the catch.”

SIMONE BILES STANDS BY HER MAN
These remarks led to significant backlash, although Biles defended her husband at the time, calling the critics “disrespectful.”

Despite the ongoing criticism, Jonathan Owens has been a supportive presence for Biles.

He attended the Olympics in Paris, where he sought permission from the Chicago Bears to be there, as the NFL team was gearing up for the new season.

Some fans rallied to Owens’ side, pointing out that not everyone follows every sport closely.

A SUPPORTIVE KING
One supporter wrote, “Y’all are so miserable to keep bringing up his comment of not knowing who she is.

This man loves that girl through and through and they make such a fly couple! Congratulations Simone.”

Biles herself seemed unbothered by the online uproar.

She responded to Jonathan Owens’ post with a loving comment: “My whole heart. I love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️.”

She also added, “Means the world you’re here.”

Amid the drama, rapper Flavour Flav chimed in to offer support, commenting, “Everyone luvs a supportive KING 👑 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.”

A POWER COUPLE
Biles and Owens began dating in 2020 and confirmed their relationship publicly that August.

They married in a courthouse ceremony in April 2022, followed by a picturesque beachside wedding in Mexico.

Despite the occasional online storm, their relationship continues to draw admiration from many.

The medal photo incident highlights the complex nature of public scrutiny faced by celebrities and their partners.

While Owens’ gesture may have been intended as a loving tribute, it also serves as a reminder of the expectations and criticisms that come with being in the public eye.

Pearl Monama popularly known as Sphesihle Moroka from Generations is a celebrated actress from South Africa. Apart from acting, she works as an assistant director and tutor at the University of Pretoria.

Pearl became famous for her leading role in the 2014 film called Suurlemoen. She has been in the game for a brief period since her debut and now has a starring role in the show Generations: The Legacy on SABC. Monama broke into the acting scene two years later after Suurlemoen in 2016 as Sphesihle from Generation (her own show).

To accentuate her swift rise and underline her prowess, she landed her first lead role almost immediately after graduating. Sphe in the show is the daughter of a character going by the name Jack Mabaso. Sphe starts out as a respectful girl who later changes to a rude lass.

 

 

 

Pearl Monama background
The actress was born and bred in Mzansi but has such a stunning unique personality and that is why her success is an inspiration to many. In a past interview, she noted that her mother is very proud and enthusiastic for her and works at African Bank. Her dad, she said, is employed by Standard Bank in the Homeloans department.She has also put it out there that she has a brother but details about him are unavailable at the moment. Pearl’s real age is not known but she is speculated to be around 27yrs of age.

Pearl Monama

Pearl Monama education
Pearl went to and received all her scholarly qualifications in Afrikaans schools. She attended Laerskool Kragbron in Witbank and then proceeded to Hoërskool Brandwag in Benoni. She did her tertiary education (Honours degree) at the University of Pretoria. Here, she studied film and drama studies. While still at school, she used to perform with an assortment of people including those from Matchbox Theatre and The Forgotten Angle Collaborative. The recently graduated actor is comparatively new in the acting scene.

Pearl Monama relationship status
Do not let Monama’s acting skills fool you. While on set Sphesihle is the wife of Mazwi, In real life, she is single and has never ever tied the knot. Sphe wedded Mazwi in a beautiful traditional wedding ceremony. In reality, Monama is not married, so resist the temptation to judge her character as a wife on TV, it is just part of the act! The best her fans can do is wait for Pearl Monama’s real husband in future.

Pearl Monama lifestyle and net worth
Monama is still on the rise and does not look like she is stopping anytime soon. Her net worth is estimated at $400 000. She is not shy on social media and posts her moments whenever she can. Evaluating from her social media posts Pearl is living her best life and her acting gigs and job as an assistant director are paying off.

She likes to work out to maintain that toned hourglass figure. Pearl likes to play with her hair. Her crown is her hair so she always keeps it on point. Pearl’s hair is goals as she makes anything work.

Former public protector, Professor Thuli Madonsela received backlash on X for defending Miss SA finalist, Chidimma Adetshina.

THULI MADONSELA SUPPORTS MISS SA
The advocate, Professor Thuli Madonsela shared some acts on social media to prove that Chidimma Adetshina is within her rights to participate for the Miss SA pageant.

Madonsela is asking South Africans to support the beauty queen an says she [Adetshina] is a South African by birth, according to s(2)(1) of the Citizens Act.

“Dear #FellowSouthAfricans, please note that based on applying s(2)(1) of the Citizenship Act of 1995 on information in the public domain. Ms Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina is a South African by birth, lawfully participating in the Ms South Africa Competition.”

 

 

 

“Should she win, she is entitled to represent us as #MissSA2024 #MissSA. As indicated yesterday, your parents need not have been South African for you to be a citizen by birth. Please, let’s stop the noise and support #Chidimma and all #MissSA contestants,” says Madonsela.

Adetshina has been trending on social media because of her Nigerian roots.

LERATO KGANYAGO TROLLED FOR DEFENDING CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA
Crown Chaser judge Lerato Kganyago received criticism on social media on Wednesday, 31 July for supporting Miss SA finalist Chidimma Adetshina.

Kganyago revealed in an Instagram LIVE with Somizi that South Africans find it easier to attack black women because they are weaker.

“I wouldn’t be part of an organisation that is dishonest. There was proper vetting that was done, proper research and proper documentation were received to proof she is South African.”

“My opinion is based on facts. I respect everyone’s frustration. It’s easier to attack a black woman. There was a Miss South Africa a while ago, one was Portuguese.”

“The only person I feel sorry for is this young lady. I hope she gets therapy. Let’s base our points on facts. Social media is so dangerous, “ says Kganyago.

The media personality deactivated her X account on Wednesday and reactivated it on Thursday morning, 1 August.

SOUTH AFRICANS RESPOND TO MADONSELA’S POST
@henriettefroh: “Do we know if either of the parents was a permanent resident in the country when she was born? Is there proof? There are conflicting opinions and reports here.”

@MaKoopano: “Are we missing something? Why is this girl getting g so much support from prominent people of South Africa? What’s in it for this country for this girl to participate in this pageant?”

@Yolly16680: “We really need the truth concerning this whole matter, nothing is making any sense, like it’s all a mystery.”

@Validator365: “South Africans are on each other’s throat because of Chidimma Adetshina’s participation in the Miss South Africa Competition…While The media, celebrities, and prominent people are also pushing for her to participate.”SOUTH AFRICANS RESPOND TO MADONSELA’S POST
@henriettefroh: “Do we know if either of the parents was a permanent resident in the country when she was born? Is there proof? There are conflicting opinions and reports here.”

@MaKoopano: “Are we missing something? Why is this girl getting g so much support from prominent people of South Africa? What’s in it for this country for this girl to participate in this pageant?”

@Yolly16680: “We really need the truth concerning this whole matter, nothing is making any sense, like it’s all a mystery.”

@Validator365: “South Africans are on each other’s throat because of Chidimma Adetshina’s participation in the Miss South Africa Competition…While The media, celebrities, and prominent people are also pushing for her to participate.”

Who do you think will be the next Miss SA?

opular actress Slindile Nodangala exits Sbongile & the Dlaminis
The renowned actress has parted ways with the production after they allegedly refused to change the name of one of the characters as per her request.
Things started going south when she complained to producers of the show to change the name of one of the characters because her priest has the same name as the character.
The production team thought she was joking and they did not take her request seriously then she chose the easiest way out, to walk out of the series Former Generations actress Slindile Nodangala has bid farewell to Sibongile and The Dlaminis,

 

 

 
SLINDILE NODANGALA: EXIT
Mzansi Wethu confirms the departure of Sibongile and The Dlaminis actress Slindile Nodangala who plays Deliwe Mbambo.

“Mzansi Wethu bids farewell to Slindile Nodangala, who played the role of Deliwe Mbambo, on season 1 of Sibongile & The Dlaminis. With the story evolving and new characters joining the cast, Deliwe’s journey has come to an end. Nodangala’s portrayal of Deliwe was both captivating and divisive, making her a standout character.”

“Her talent has shone brightly on this show and others across Mzansi. Despite her departure, there’s plenty to look forward to in the new season, including new secrets, Sibongile’s next chapter, and the future of Vuma’s love life without Deliwe,” says the channel.

Shirley Adonisi, who is the director of local entertainment at Mzansi Magic also confirms Nodangala’s departure to ZiMoja.@MarciaTeee: “I doubt there’ll be season 3. DumaKaNdlovu should get strong writers next time because what is this? Hayi!”

@Ntombet19802095: “Damn I will miss her character Deliwe, but yoh she played it so well that I felt some type of way when she appeared on screen.”

@Bantu_M19: “I didn’t like her, but she made it interesting, and she knows how to be a villain.”

@ZunguThandanan3: “No, she’s such a good villain love her acting.”The Broadcasting Research Council of South Africa (BRCSA) reports that Sibongile and The Dlaminis is the most-watched TV show on DStv. The telenovela recorded 1.3 million viewers in June.

Nomsa Philiso, who is the CEO of general entertainment at MultiChoice, congratulated the cast and confirmed season two of the telenovela, reveals The Citizen

“This is a cause for celebration and a clear indication of the love and appreciation that our viewers have for Sibongile and The Dlaminis.”

Philiso adds that the telenovela is the combination of good scripting, casting, and overall production, which makes it a pleasure to watch.

She also thanks their middle and mass scripted team for the show. She also hopes they will see more growth in viewership numbers in season two.

The second season of the telenovela premiered on Monday, 29 July with Nsikelelo Mthiyane as the new Sibongile Mbambo.

Is Jerah Moroka from Generations son to Madongwe from Uzalo?

Social media was set ablaze after viral pictures of Jerah Moroka from Generations, and Madongwe from Uzalo flooded social media. The two have been rumoured to be related in real life, and their striking similarities have opened a can of worms. Is Jerah Moroka the son of Uzalo firebrand Madongwe or they, are just striking similarities?

Zama Magubane is a South African actress best known for her on-screen character Madongwe on the SABC drama series Uzalo. Onset, she is a devoted Christian who happens to be Mbatha’s ex-wife. She lives in KwaMashu with her daughter and nieces.

 

 

 

 

In Pictures: Is Jerah Moroka from Generations son to Madongwe from Uzalo?
Jerah Moroka from Generations and Madongwe from Uzalo (Source Instagram)

However, the 38-year-old actress was born in Madadeni, Newcastle. She grew up in Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu Natal. To live up to her dream of being one of Mzansi’s finest, the actress attained her Degree in Drama and Performing Arts at Durban University of Technology (DUT).

In recent years, the bubbly actress has starred in several series and is best known for her gigs on Presenter search on SABC3 and Isehlukaniso.

Zama Magubane ‘Madongwe’ from Uzalo
Zama Magubane ‘Madongwe’ from Uzalo (Source Instagram)
However, her striking resemblance with Paballo Mavundla has got Mzansi talking. She has been rumoured to be her mother of late, and we have been connecting the dots.

Is Jerah Moroka from Generations son to Madongwe from Uzalo?
The seasoned actress is 38-years-old whilst the fast-rising actor is 22-years. Their 16-year age gap seems to be one of the heads up that the two are not related as we all thought.

On the other hand, the fast-rising actor was born in 1999, Meadowlands, South-Western Soweto in Gauteng Province. However, this somehow proves that they are not related, given that Madongwe was born and raised in KwaZulu-Natal up until her thrust into the limelight.

Paballo Mavundla From Generations (Source Instagram)
Paballo Mavundla From Generations (Source Instagram)
Of interest also is that Madongwe once indicated that she keeps her private life under wraps but did let Mzansi know that she has young kids. Well, the two seems to have striking resemblances only, and both Madongwe and Jerah haven’t openly admitted that they are related.

Like those before him, the Paballo was thrust into the limelight when he starred on The Herd. However, a few years later, he bagged a gig on the SABC1 drama series Generations and starred as Jerah Moroka. From Generations, he bagged a new gig on etvs fashion drama series House of Zwide.