From former beauty queens to radio royalty, South Africa’s A-listers have turned 2025 into a year of unforgettable “I do” moments.
These weddings weren’t just ceremonies — they were cultural celebrations, fashion showcases, and headline-making events that had Mzansi talking.
Here’s a look inside five of the most talked-about star-studded weddings of the year (so far).
1. Zozibini Tunzi & Luthando Bolowana
Miss Universe 2019 said “yes” to love in a breathtaking fusion of modern elegance and Xhosa tradition. Zozibini stunned in a custom Phan Huy gown for the white wedding, and later a striking turquoise umbhaco for her traditional ceremony. The guest list read like a who’s who of SA’s entertainment elite, with Nomzamo Mbatha, Anele Mdoda, and Connie Ferguson in attendance. Zozibini Tunzi with her husband got married in March this year.
2. Natasha Joubert & Enrico Vermaak
Former Miss SA Natasha Joubert gave fans bridal envy with not one but three jaw-dropping gowns, each more dazzling than the last. The emotional wedding video went viral, giving Mzansi a front-row seat to the heartfelt ceremony and scenic coastal celebration. This beautiful duo also tied the knot in March.
3. Candice Modiselle & Sechaba Sello
Date: April 2025 | Setting: Private traditional ceremony
TV darling Candice Modiselle brought Tswana traditions to the forefront with a bold off-the-shoulder dress in vibrant blues, complete with a matching headpiece. The ceremony was intimate, cultural, and filled with heartfelt moments. Their ceremony took place around April this year, though it was private.
4. Yanga Sobetwa & Ntsako Khoza
The Idols SA Season 14 winner followed up her December lobola ceremony with a gorgeous April wedding, just a day after her birthday. Social media lit up with well wishes as fans got a glimpse of her classic white gown and radiant joy.
5. Anele Mdoda & Buzza James
One of the most anticipated celebrity unions of the year! Anele Mdoda tied the knot with attorney and Xhosa prince Bonelela “Buzza” James in a love-filled celebration kept mostly under wraps. The couple’s relationship journey, years in the making, made the moment even sweeter for fans and fellow celebs.
Date: 2025 (exact date kept private)
These celebrity weddings didn’t just trend — they inspired. From blending tradition with trend to honoring culture with couture, SA’s stars proved once again that love is always worth the spotlight.
