From Davido's dazzling wedding to Ronaldo's proposal: this week's celebrity drama and divorce dilemmas

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Nigerian singer, Davido tied the knot in an extravagant and luxury wedding in Miami to his long time partner, Chioma.
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This week, the celeb world has kept the internet talking - serving plenty of sparkles and jaw-dropping scandals.
From A-list weddings to glamorous engagement rings and gossip, here is your weekly celeb round-up:
Inside Davido and Chioma's luxurious wedding
Award-winning Afrobeats star Davido held his luxurious white wedding celebration to his longtime partner, Chioma, over the weekend in Miami.
This highly anticipated white wedding comes after the couple's traditional wedding in Lagos in June last year and a court wedding in March 2023
The wedding was not only a celebration of love but also a luxurious affair as Davido gifted his wife a factory-iced-out Richard Millie wrist watch worth $300,000 (R5,335,695) as a wedding gift.
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Davido and Chioma recently tied the knot in Miami.
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Cristiano Ronaldo got engaged to Georgina Rodriguez
The Portuguese footballer and his girlfriend of nearly 10 years, Georgina Rodriguez, stunned the internet after she revealed on Instagram that they are engaged.
Without revealing too much about how Ronaldo proposed, Rodriguez only posted her enormous diamond ring, which became a trending topic across all social media platforms.
She captioned her post: 'Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives.'
Georgina Rodriguez's huge engagement ring grabbed headlines.
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Emtee issues an apology to Mshini Lekwadu amid cheating allegations
After a day of alleged cheating allegations, which 'Big Brother' alum, Mshini Lekwadu, found herself in the centre of, rapper Emtee has addressed the controversy surrounding the two of them.
Emtee took to Instagram to shut down the cheating rumours and addressed the leaked private messages between them.
He issued an apology to Lekwadu and added that he does not know her personally, but, like many viewers, watched her on 'Big Brother' and noticed how she supported his work.
Rapper Emtee issued a public apology to 'Big Brother' former contestant, Mshini Lekwadu, after cheating allegations and leaked conversations.
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Anele Mdoda went all out for Alakhe's birthday party
Anele Mdoda, the popular South African broadcaster, pulled out all the stops for her son Alakhe's 10th birthday.
She hosted a lavish celebration at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, setting a high bar for creating unforgettable experiences for her son.
This birthday celebration was no exception, as he savoured a day filled with cricket, laughter, and the company of notable figures.
Anele Mdoda recently went all out for her son's birthday bash.
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Chidimma Adetshina responded to critics
Chidimma Adetshina has opened up about being verbally attacked in her DMs after revealing that her dreams were shattered a year ago.
According to Adetshina, her Nigerian fanbase claimed that she is ungrateful because she was offered an invitation to participate in Miss Universe Nigeria after she withdrew from Miss SA.
However, Adetshina clapped back and said that she was not referring to the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant but rather Miss SA and that she should be allowed to tap into her emotions and reflect on a journey that was emotional for her.
Controversial beauty queen, Chidimma Adetshina, addressed trolls who claimed she was ungrateful for the opportunity given to her by Miss Universe Nigeria organisers.
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Steffi van Wyk-Brink reflected on nine years of marriage
Taking to Instagram, Steffi van Wyk-Brink recently marked a significant milestone: her "crown anniversary," celebrating nine remarkable years of marriage since her wedding on August 9, 2016, to Clint Brink.
She reflected that their marriage is more than a relationship - it's a sanctuary where growth and healing flourish.
Steffi revealed that love, in its truest form, has transformed from mere words into a powerful, intrinsic force uniting two souls in shared purpose.
Steffi van Wyk-Brink celebrated her ninth anniversary with Clint with atouching Instagram post.
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Machine Gun Kelly surprised his daughter with her dream car
Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) surprised his daughter Casie with a present she has been dreaming of for years.
The rapper got the 16-year-old a black Acura, topped with a giant red bow.
Casie's reaction to getting her dream car went viral as it warmed the hearts of many internet users.
Machine Gun Kelly recently surprised his daughter, Cassie with car for her 16th birthday.
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Annie Mthembu opened up about her three-year separation
'The Real Housewives of Durban' star Annie Mthembu recently appeared on the 'Engineer Your Life with Lungelo KM' podcast, where she opened up about her split from Kgolo Mthembu.
Speaking on the same podcast she had been on two years ago, defending her marriage from cheating rumours, the reality star told her side of the story.
Annie revealed the painful experience of being in the public eye. She also delved into being subjected to character assassination with scores of people spreading lies about her marriage, her finances and her overall well-being.
Annie Mthembu recently appeared on podcast and revealed what led to the end of her marriage.
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Brenda Mtambo's concert was cancelled due to low ticket sales
Afro-soul artist Brenda Mtambo announced the postponement of her Witbank show, which was due to take place this month, due to low ticket sales.
Taking to Instagram, she shared: 'Unfortunately, ticket sales have not reached the level needed to deliver the full experience I had envisioned for you. I believe you deserve nothing less than my very best, and I want to ensure that when we meet, it's a night to remember.'
'A new date will be announced soon, and all purchased tickets will remain valid. For those who would prefer a refund, details will be shared shortly.'
Afrosoul and jazz musician Brenda Mtambo recently revealed that she is cancelling her show, citing low ticket sales.
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Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz-Beckham renewed their vows - without the Beckhams
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz-Beckham renewed their vows after being married for three years, and the Beckham family was nowhere to be seen.
While the vow renewal ceremony was a special occasion for the couple, fans noticed that in the family pictures that Nicola shared, Brooklyn's parents were nowhere to be seen.
This raised eyebrows as fans wondered why the Beckhams did not avail themselves for their son's special day.
Multiple online reports allege that the Beckhams are chasing the European summer with all their kids.
Brooklyn and Nicola Beckham have renewed their vows.
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