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No doubt love is blind, and several South African actresses have proved that notion true. Despite all the fame, a life of glitz and glamour, several a-list actresses have been booed by foreigners. However, in the mix of things, Zimbabwe hasn’t been spared form from the list. After all, it seems as if several actresses have a soft spot for Zimbabweans.

In the mix of things, we have connected the dots on South African soap opera actresses who tied the knot with Zimbabweans. Some might not have walked down the aisle but have had a relationship that left a lot to be desired. However, in the mix of things, not everyone is in support of these marriages and affairs. Against this backdrop, celebrities constantly have to duck hateful comments. Here is a list of South African actresses who have been married and in relationships with Zimbabweans.

Gugulethu Zuma – Ncube

Gugulethu Zuma – Ncube is the owner of Stained Glass Productions. The production company is the brains behind the e.tv medical series Durban Gen and SABC 1s drama series Uzalo. Of interest is the fact that she is the daughter of former President Jacob Zuma and Dr Nkosazana Dlamini – Zuma. She has been married to controversial Zimbabwean opposition big wig Prof Welshman Ncube’s son. The celebrated media mogul thrust into the limelight came in the backdrop of her Interrogation Room. In the wake of her newfound fame, she was cast into Isisdingo.

Generations actress Letoya Makhene as Tshidi 

Letoya Makhene is best known for her on-screen character on Generations of Tshidi and has fast become one of Mzansi’s finest actresses. However, of interest is the fact that she was once married to a Zimbabwean. The bubbly actress was once married to Zimbabwean businessman Privilege Mangezi. However, the two called it quits after nine years. From their marriage, they had three children Nubia, Tadiwa and Tamuda.

Muvhango actress Simphiwe Ngema as Thuli Nkosi

We were convinced that Simz Ngema and controversial Zimbabwean model Tino Chinyani were married for a moment. Alas, the two only served couples’ goals. However, the rumour mill says that the two secretly tied the knot before they welcomed their son. Ngema is best known for her on-screen character on Muvhango as Thuli Nkosi. She hogged headlines when she revealed that she called it quits with Tino Chinyani. The reasons behind their fallout remain a mystery.