Billionaire businessman Dr. Patrice Motsepe has vehemently denied the swirling rumors that he and “Gomora” actress Katlego Danke are having an affair. In a strong rebuttal, Motsepe has labeled the rumors as “fake news” and has threatened legal action against those propagating these false claims.
Motsepe’s legal representatives, Bowmans Attorneys, issued a statement categorically refuting the allegations that Motsepe and Danke are in a relationship or expecting any children together.
“On behalf of Dr. Patrice Motsepe, we put on record that the allegations in the media that Dr. Patrice Motsepe has children or a relationship with Ms. Katlego Danke are absolutely false and are fake news,” the statement read.
The lawyers further warned that spreading such rumors could lead to legal repercussions.
“These allegations are defamatory and expose the disseminators of these false and untrue allegations to legal liability,” the statement continued.
Social Media Backlash and Legal Threats
Earlier in the week, social media was abuzz with rumors that the 61-year-old Motsepe had impregnated Danke for the second time. Despite being married to physician and entrepreneur Dr. Precious Moloi, Motsepe managed to escape most of the online criticism, while Danke faced a significant amount of abuse.
One tweep wrote, “Katlego Danke a disgrace she been Praised in SA for been a Homewrecker to Dr. Precious Moloi Motsepe marriage by even falling Pregnant twice for Patrice Motsepe celebrities don’t want to be independent they want rich lavish lifestyle by dating wealthy men to sustain them sies.”
Motsepe’s legal team emphasized the potential consequences for those perpetuating these falsehoods, highlighting the defamatory nature of the allegations.
Katlego Danke’s Response
In an article published in ‘Die Son,’ Katlego Danke reportedly clarified that Dr. Patrice Motsepe is not the father of her child. This statement was intended to put to rest the rumors linking her romantically with Motsepe.
Conclusion
The denial and subsequent legal threat from Dr. Patrice Motsepe underscore the seriousness with which he views these rumors. By labeling the allegations as “fake news” and threatening legal action, Motsepe aims to protect his reputation and that of his family. The situation serves as a stark reminder of the potential legal consequences of spreading unverified and defamatory information.
As the dust settles, it remains clear that Motsepe is committed to addressing these rumors head-on, ensuring that any false narratives about his personal life are promptly and decisively challenged.