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Renuald White — a soap opera star who broke down barriers for Black people in modeling — has died … according to one of his longtime friends.

Fashion designer Jeffrey Banks revealed the news to Women’s Wear Daily — a popular fashion magazine — Friday sharing that White died last week while under hospice care in Manhattan. He did not provide a cause of death.

 

 

 

 
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White rose to prominence via modeling in the 1970s … becoming just the second Black model to appear on the cover of GQ in 1979 — two years after Urs Althaus.

He modeled for some of the biggest designers and publications over the years … including working with Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and Bill Blass while appearing on the cover of Playboy in 1982.White made the jump to acting in 1986 … appearing in several episodes of “Guiding Light” as William Reynolds. He made several other appearances in TV and movies over the years — most recently starring in the 2017 horror movie “Central Park.”

Banks remembers Renauld in an Instagram post as “the perfect gentleman and a great ambassador for my brand. When first introduced to my Mother she claimed instantly that he was my ‘older brother.’ I only wished that was so.”

Black Women doing Powerful things. Meet Aicha Evans the CEO of Zoox Car.
The Zoox car is a self-driving, bidirectional vehicle designed specifically for urban environments. It has a distinctive, symmetrical design that does not include traditional features such as a steering wheel, pedals, or a driver’s seat, allowing it to drive in either direction without having to turn around. The vehicle can seat up to four passengers and has plenty of room for activities such as working, or socialising while travelling.

 

 

 

 

With your mobile device, just download the app, from the app store, unlock the doors and type in the location where you want the car to drop you, you can as the car drives you to your location. It has no key as everything is done on your app. This car has no front nor back as it uses any to drive when convenient.
This Car surprised Onyibo as they have currently placed it under investigation because of its incredible features.

Thobile MaKhumalo Mseleke is an accomplished South African businesswoman, reality TV star, speaker and radio personality. She is a woman with many titles and not afraid to chase her dreams and have a brighter future. She is intelligent and sophisticated woman who is working around the clock to secure her future.

 

 

 

She is smart, humble, calm and an inspiration to all young generation out there to work hard to achieve their goals. She came to the limelight after her appearance on Mzansi Magic reality series Uthando Nesthembu. She has gathered the attention of many viewers through her sense of humor, style, fashion and personality.

She is sensational and phenomenal woman who is very passionate about her career and she is doing incredibly well. She is one of the most influential people in the country. On her recent post on social media account she left Mzansi flabbergasted by her breathtaking

The popular Isibaya and Stokvel actor has secured the role of Boikanyo “Bra Boikie” Ramasemola in the SABC1 soapie, Skeem Saam.

According to IOL, Khumalo’s latest character is a flambouyant 50-something who isn’t afraid to speak his mind.

 

 
In the soapie, Brai Boikie is a municipal employee who’s willing to help Kwaito (Clement Maosa) and Tbose (Hungani Ndlovu) in getting a big paying tender.

Thursday 25 July: “Bra Boikie’s unexpected request throws Kwaito and Tbose into a total tailspin,” reads the TVSA July teaser.

Viewers of the educational soapie took to social media this week to welcome the legendary actor.

CASTING NEWS:

Samson Khumalo joins Skeem Saam

Prolific stage and screen actor plays ‘Boikanyo (Bra Boikie) Ramasemola’,

Bra Boikie is a flamboyant 50 something year old who is a corrupt municipal employee willing to assist Kwaito and Tbose in getting a big paying tender.… pic.twitter.com/PdqARlGrSP

— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 28, 2024
‘SKEEM SAAM’ FANS WELCOME ACTOR
@Dr_Shiyaklenga: “Can’t they cast him as Big boy’s younger brother? This role they gave is temporary.”

@crazythatoo: “I love how versatile Tswana, Pedi and Sotho speaking actors are. They can play any Setswana, Sepedi and Sesotho speaking role.”

@ThusoetsileG: “I hope he will speak Setswana… I love how he speaks the language.”

@Streetlighter98: “He was so great on Isibaya. Can’t wait to see what he has to offer this time around.”

Who remembers this, if you wondering why pastors use Doom. They saw it here#MyFirstAD #Doom @samson.khumalo. pic.twitter.com/wR20idkh5v

— Thembsie Matu (@ThembsieMatu) October 21, 2017
SAMSON KHUMALO: PREVIOUS ROLES
The Skeem Saam actor Samson Khumalo is reportedly married to Ga Re Dumele actress Meme Ditshego, who was also his TV wife in Coconuts.

The actor is famously known for portraying the character of Shadrack in Mzanzi Magic’s Isibaya from seasons one to eight.

Khumalo is also known for his SABC2 sitcom Stokvel role as Moruti in season four and eight, according to the publication.

The fan-favourite actor has also starred in The Queen, The River, Soul Buddz, Amalia, Champions and many more.

Famous for his role as Archie Moroka on Generations, the Skeem Saam actor was at the Grahamstown event to perform in the stage play The Suit – which he had appeared in 30 years ago at the Market Theatre.

The source, who was also attending the event, said a screaming match between Sello and Pearl occured when the pair returned to their hotel.

 

 

 

 

 
“Pearl was screaming and swearing at Sello. The next morning, she appeared with a black eye and broken lips,” the source said.

“The situation is so bad that Sello left his wife behind while she was suffering from pain after the altercation. We don’t know the reason for the latest fight,” added the friend.

Another source claimed that the couple puts up a united front in public.

“That man feels trapped in that marriage because Pearl knows a lot about him and she has people who will always clean her image while portraying him as a villain,” added the source.

PEARL DENIES THE CLAIMS
Responding to reports, a livid Pearl said: “Why is it that every time something is happening between my husband and I, there are sources who are telling you our problems.”

She further claimed that everything between her and Sello was good.

COUPLE RUBBISHES DIVORCE REPORTS
In April this year, Sunday World reported that the former Generations actor and his wife had separated and were headed for a divorce.

However, in Facebook posts days later, the couple – who got married in 2021– rubbished the reports.

In a lengthy post, Pearl gushed over Sello, whom she labelled a “good man”.

“You have been to me what the world will never even begin to understand.

“How I wish people could just and give you a break!

She continued: “In what may seem like me coming to your defense, the truth is being with you has elevated me to heights I never thought possible. I’m sending you love and strength in this trying time of our lives. I will forever love you and your spirit shall and will remain unshaken. YOU ARE A GOOD MAN. Father, son and a sibling. More than anything, you have been a beautiful and wonderful husband.”

Skeem Saam Actors/Actress Married And Their Partners

Here we look at Skeem Saam actress who are married or have partners in life. This actress they are still young but decided to settle down. Dispire how long they have been together or been married they love each other and willing to grow old together

1. Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila as Mokgadi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Actress Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila who plays the role of entertainment journalist Mokgadi Matloga on the SABC1 show Skeem Saam is officially off the market. Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila, got married to his real husband last year December.

2. Eric Macheru as Leeto

Eric Macheru is a South African actor most famous for acting as Leeto Maputla

Eric is in relationship with the mother of his child Claudia. He shared two pictures of his son, Marvin Francis Macheru, and we haven’t stopped gushing – the little guy is super adorable

3. Kwaito as Clement

Clement is in love. He proposed to his now fiancée on 12 May this year and they are currently planning their wedding which promises to be a massive celebration. Clement is one of five children

4. Cornet Mamabolo as Tbose

Cornet Mamabolo marries his long-time girlfriend and the couple are blessed with a daughter named Omphile

5. Buhle Maseko as Nimrod

Skeem Saam actor Buhle Maseko is all set to tie the knot with his gorgeous girlfriend Tsholo Lolwane soon. Maseko, who plays Nimrod Kunutu on the SABC shared a cute little video alluding to the fact that he is getting married to his long time girlfriend, Tsholo Lolwayne

6. Patrick Seleka as Katlego

His love life on the screen might not be goals but in real life Patrick is happily married. Patrick never misses a chance to celebrate and publicly appreciate the special woman in his life, his wife Mmabaneng Seleka. The couple recently reached a milestone in their marriage as they celebrated their anniversary

7. Elizabeth

The TV presenter is dating Hendrick Ekstein, also known as ‘Pule. ‘ Hendrick is a professional football player who played for Kaizer Chiefs as a midfielder before becoming a free agent. The lady found herself in a frenzy in 2018 after media outlets accused her of dating two soccer players

8. Mogau Motlhatswi as Mampitsi

Mogau is madly in love with her boyfriend whom she often posts on Instagram, showering him with love. She often refers to him as her superman and she also have a child

Actor Joseph Sedibo, who place the character of DJ Tsietsi in 016FM, recently opened up about acting alongside the late Mpho Sebeng.

Sebeng, who was 31-year-old, lost his life in a car accident in Potchefstroom on 5 May.

‘016FM’ ACTOR JOSEPH SEDIBO HAD ALWAYS WANTED TO WORK WITH MPHO SEBENG
Opening up about working with the late Savage Beauty star, Sedibo – who is also currently on Showmax as Mkhonto on Empini – said it was an honour.

“It was such an honour working with him. Mpho was one of the people on my prayer list that I’ve always wanted to work with, so when that happened I was ecstatic.

“He was such a great demonstrator, especially when it came to all the stunts we did. Mpho taught me so many stunt techniques. Most of the stunts that viewers will see between him and I were facilitated by him.

“He was such a talented man and funny too. Sometimes when working, I’d want him to finish his lines because I’d want to break out of character and just laugh.

PLAYING DJ TSIETSI
From humble beginnings at the Market Theatre to appearing on Rhythm City to acting on two Showmax Originals, it is clear that his star is on the rise. The Duma Ndlovu Academy graduate revealed that one of his acting dreams was to be on a Sotho show.

“I’m Sotho and so I always wanted my first big show to be in Sotho. So when I was presented with the 016FM script, I thought to myself, ‘This is it!’

“I also wanted to be a part of 016FM because of how it represents the Vaal pop culture. The Vaal doesn’t have a story out there, and I believe the Vaal has a story that South Africans need to hear.”

His character, DJ Tsietsi, is nothing like him, Sedibo shared.

“DJ Tsietsi and I are worlds apart. DJ Tsietsi is shy and reserved, whereas I’m loud and energetic. I’m more confident in my own skin than him; he’s such an awkward person. However, I do relate to some of his experiences, like losing a parent and being very much independent.”

ABOUT ‘016FM’
016FM follows two polar opposite DJs who join forces to save their beloved radio station.

Their journey is fraught with obstacles, including the need to oust a dangerous, shadowy syndicate that has infiltrated the station. The series promises intense drama and high-stakes action, capturing the heart and soul of the Vaal community.

016FM’s star-studded cast also includes legendary actors Nthati Moshesh, Sophie Ndaba and Sello Motloung. The show will also star actors Katlego Mabote, Mapula Molefe, Noni Mafani, Mapaseka Koetle and Caddy Tsotetsi.

AYANDA THABETHE’S MAN PETER MATSIMBE ‘GIFTS’ HER A ROLLS ROYCE
In recent pictures, Ayanda shared images of her new car, which costs millions of rands, in her “June photo dump”.

Ayanda and her man, who is a controversial businessman, may not be seen together often, but the pair do show off their expensive holiday trips, their R19.5 million upmarket home which was reportedly on sale and their exotic cars.

 
Almost a week ago, Matsimbe sparked buzz online with photos and videos of his new Ferrari SF90 Spider, reportedly valued at R14 million.

This comes a year after Ayanda shared images of her luxury R4 million valued Mercedes Benz Maybach, which was also allegedly bought by Matsimbe as a “push present” after the birth of their second baby last year

BACKLASH ON X
However, the expensive gifts and affluent lifestyle always sets tongues wagging due to negatives reports about Matsimbe’s business dealing.

Flexing with sgebengu money will forever be her brand. https://t.co/mKabZlFuWB

— Sandisiwe (@_SandisiweVani) June 29, 2024

I hope they arrest her with that criminal she’s procreating with https://t.co/cl5go4rnUd

— hepo 💉 (@tshepo87) June 28, 2024
CORRUPTION AND FRAUD REPORTS
Last year it was reported that Ayanda’s partner is facing fraud allegations dating back to 2019. At the centre of the fraud allegations are 10 luxury cars that went missing while in his possession.

The publication reports that court papers filed in August 2019 reveal Matsimbe used fake documents to receive funding from the bank to purchase luxury vehicles from various dealerships. He reportedly did this through his company called Matsimbe and Co.

Some of the cars purchased include a Toyota Hilux, Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus SUV, Lexus LX, Mclaren MP4 coupé, BMW X5 SUV, Can-Am Maverick, Audi Q3, a Nissan Navara and a Volvo mechanical horse.

In 2019, Standard Bank was allegedly granted a court judgement to get the cars back from Matsimbe which he reportedly ignored. This resulted in the bank obtaining a warrant of committal for contempt of court against Matsimbe.

According to reports, the warrant ordered Matsimbe to be arrested for 30 days. However, only two cars were recovered; the Mclaren and the Volvo.

HARRIET MANAMELA RETURNS
The Star reports that the legendary actress Harriet Manamela will return to Skeem Saam on Friday, 12 August.

The actress took a break from the soapie in season 12 due following a hip replacement surgery.

 

 

 

 

 
Award-winning actress who temporarily replaced Manamela recently bid farewell to the show.

“It’s almost time to say goodbye to the Turfloop bunch. Thank you for the beautiful ride. See you on the next… Ndi a livhuwa. Aa”, she wrote.

Entertainment commentator Jabu Mcdonald reports that the educational soapie has been renewed for another season.

Season 13 of the SABC1 soapie begins on Monday, 1 July.

CASTING NEWS:

Harriet Manamela returns to Skeem Saam

Manamela is coming back to our screens in the 13th season of the SABC1 soapie.

Manamela will reprise her role as Meikie Maputla, taking over from Florence Masebe who temporarily stood-in for her.

Harriet’s on-screen… pic.twitter.com/PsbieTVpoC

— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) June 28, 2024
SOAPIE FANS RESPOND TO HER RETURNS
@lulushezi: “Florence did well but Harriet Manamela holds a special place for me as Meikie: ‘Ruri John?’”

@Knowkcee: “She took her time studying Meikie and made sure to deliver.”

@Kgothatsomath02: “She should’ve come in as Meikie’s sister mahn, producers didn’t see the bigger picture.”

@Kagiso_Bw: “Thank God the real Meiki is back. We appreciate temporary Meiki for stepping in, but that Ntswaki saga needed the real Meiki, we were robbed.”

@terzzm: “Mme Florence did very well… Wishing her all the best and Welcome back Mma Manamela.”

@comforttenyeko: “Mam Florence did so well in this character she played Meikie so perfectly well done to her.”

It’s almost time to say goodbye to the . Thank you for the beautiful ride. See you on the next… Ndi a livhuwa. Aa!👏🏾 pic.twitter.com/tjeT5ZBEyz

— Mme a Masakona (@FloMasebe) June 24, 2024
WHY THE ACTRESS TOOK A BREAK
TVSA reports that Harriet Manamela was one of the original starring casts when Skeem Saam debuted on SABC1 on 13 October 2011.

The legendary actress announced on Monday, 6 May that she had hip replacement surgery at the beginning of the year.

“I had a hip replacement surgery beginning of the year hence I was given a break from shooting. Thank you to everyone for wishing me well. Even though there was no clear explanation why I had to be off the screen and production had to find a sit in for me.”

“Your support and wishing me well humbles my heart and you all much appreciated. Now that production is on a shooting break it’s more time to enjoy seeing people and catching up.”

#SkeemSaam has been renewed for a 13th season.

Molemo Katleho Maarohanye, best known as Jub Jub, is trending against the backdrop of his birthday. The celebrated rapper and reality TV host turned a year older, and Mzansi quickly flooded his social media feeds with warm birthday wishes.

 

 

 

 
JUB JUB’S AGE REVEALED
Jub Jub’s birthday has since thrust him into the top trends. With an illustrious career spanning years, the muso has managed to keep his private life under wraps, leaving many to guess even about his age.

Fans and fellow celebrities were quick to flood his social media feeds with warm birthday wishes. However, Mzansi was puzzled by Jub Jub’s age. The 44-year-old star was born on 29 June 1980. He joins a host of celebrities who recently celebrated their birthdays.

Seasoned actress Sophie Ndaba also turned a year older on 29 June. The 51-year-old star was born in 1973 in Soweto.

CAREER
Jub Jub has been winning big since his thrust into the limelight. He was undoubtedly a child star who lived up to the dream. He had his shot at fame when he was featured in a famous Coca-Cola TV advert in 1991.

The advert also featured soccer legend Doctor Khunalo. Despite his newfound fame, he went on to present multiple TV shows, including Jam Alley and Selimathunzi.

He has undoubtedly wowed many with his flair on small screens while hosting several shows, including Uyajola 9/9. However, apart from Uyajola 9/9, he has starred in several reality shows, including You Promised to Marry Me and Uthando Noxolo.

Apart from his small screen wins, he has won big as a rapper. His smash hits have won big in recent years.

MAKING HEADLINES
Despite his big wins, Jub Jub has had his fair share of drama. His love life and failed relationships have often seen him making headlines for the wrong reasons.

Jub Jub’s ex-girlfriend and baby mama, Kelly Khumalo, once accused him of abuse. However, Amanda Du Pont made the same daring allegations, and the muso is currently before the courts.

On 8 March 2010, he hogged headlines when he was involved in a drag racing accident with his friend Themba Tshabalala on a public road near a school. The two were both sentenced to 25 years in jail each for murder, attempted murder and three other related offences.

Their sentences were reduced to ten years in 2012, and he was released on 5 January 2017 on parole after four years.