From Bezos' wedding woes to breakup bombshells: your celebrity scoop of the week
Rapper Cardi B recently announced her highly anticipated sophomore album after seven long years.
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This week the world of celebrities brought everything from surprise music announcements to lavish weddings and divorces.
Here's your weekly dose of the latest international and national entertainment buzz:
1. Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu confirm divorce
After a publication revealed that the television couple had reached an "irreparable disintegration" of their relationship, Hungani and Stephanie have broken their silence on the matter.
They took to social media to confirm that they are going their separate ways, and they added that while they had initially planned on sharing the news with the public in their preferred timeline, they were forced to address the news now.
South African celebrity couple, Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu have confirmed their split.
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2. Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani shares joyful pregnancy news
Actress Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani revealed this week that she is expecting her first child.
She took to Instagram to share pictures of her wearing a cropped black and white jersey, which revealed her baby bump.
Her pregnancy announcement comes after fans speculated that she has a bun in the oven at the premiere of 'Shaka iLembe' season two.
Sivenathi Mabuya-Bukani shared that she is pregnant.
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3. Anele Mdoda reveals newlywed bliss
The radio host opened up about her new chapter as a bride in a conversation with Trevor Noah in the latest episode of his "What Now with Trevor Noah" podcast.
Mdoda tied the knot early this year with Bonelela James in the Eastern Cape.
She revealed that she's "spoiled, pampered and she feels protected."
Mdoda added that: ' I've literally found an equal, like he is my dude, he's my guy… he's the one person in the world that I don't have to convince to be on my side. He is automatically on my side."
Anele Mdoda shared on a podcast that her new chapter of being a bride has been filled with nothing but joy.
Image: Instagram.
4. Relebohile Mabotja and Makhadzi receive nods at the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards
As the highly anticipated awards approach, Relebogile Mabotja is at the forefront of the nominations pack. She has been nominated in the categories of Entertainment Radio Presenter of the Year, Entertainment TV Producer of the Year, and Podcast Presenter of the Year.
Meanwhile, singer Makhadzi received two nominations for her electrifying hit "Number 1", vying for both Dance Artist of the Year and Artist of the Year.
Makhadzi and Relebohile Mabotja are amongst many women in the entertainment industry who received nominations at the Basadi in Music Awards.
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5. Tyla announces the release date for her new single "Is It"
Tyla is putting in the work! The multi-award-winning singer has officially shared the pre-save link for her highly anticipated single 'Is It' after her recent success from another single 'Bliss' and a collaboration with the 'Smurfs' and hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
The upcoming track is already a hit on TikTok. The single also features Tyla's signature blend of Afro-pop and R&B.
South African pop star, Tyla has announced the released date for her new single "Is It"
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6. Cardi B announces her highly anticipated album
Excitement from the 'Bardi Gang' has been making waves on the internet after Cardi B finally announced the release date of her long-awaited album 'Am I the Drama'.
The musician took to social media to reveal that the sophomore album will be released this year in September, nearly seven years after she released her album 'Invasion of Privacy'.
US rapper, Cardi B has been making a buzz on the internet after she revealed the release date and cover of her highly anticipated album "Am I the Drama"
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7. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding venue moved amid protests
Protesters' threats to fill Venice's canals with inflatable crocodiles have forced Jeff Bezos to relocate his wedding party in the city.
This comes after residents accused the billionaire of shutting down Venice.
The star-studded three-day wedding is set to be attended by Hollywood A-listers, including reality star Kim Kardashian, talk show host Gayle King and Microsoft boss Bill Gates, amongst others.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's three-day wedding threatened to come to a halt amid Venice protests.
Image: Instagram
8. Amanda Bynes set to go through weight-loss transformation using Ozempic
The former child star revealed that she is embarking on a weight-loss journey in the hopes of shedding 40 pounds (about 18 kilograms) through Ozempic.
The medication, which is traditionally prescribed for type 2 diabetes, is now commonly used amongst many celebrities who want to lose weight, including Meghan Trainor, Lizzo and Kelly Clarkson.
Former Nickelodeon star, Amanda Bynes recently shared that she is going on a weight-loss journey using Ozempic.
Image: Amanda Bynes/ Instagram
9. Brandy and Monica reunite after Ticketmaster slip-up
After Ticketmaster accidentally revealed tickets that suggested the two stars would tour from November 13, the legendary R&B singers, Brandy Norwood and Monica Arnold, have officially announced their upcoming shows.
The singers announced their co-headlining "The Boy Is Mine" tour on social media, sharing a two-minute film which depicts them breaking free from an asylum and using their powerful vocals to escape.
The US tour is set to run through December.
Brandy and Monica announce the dates for the highly anticipated 'The Boy Is Mine' tour for 2025.
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10. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom breakup rumours
The celebrity couple have been making a buzz on the internet lately after it was reported that the pair are no longer together.
Even though they have not yet confirmed the news, multiple publications have reported that Bloom introduced himself as a 'single man' at Jeff Bezos' wedding in Venice while Katy Perry is in Australia for her "Lifetimes" Tour.
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