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The Citizen
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘Boer soek ‘n Vrou': Reandi Grey on dressing up and playing Cupid for SA's heroes of soil
Reandi Grey shares insights into the new season of 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' - and how it changed her. The 17th season of Boer Soek 'n Vrou boasts a fresh face behind the scenes with Ferdinand van Zyl in the director's chair and Diepe Waters actress Reandi Grey as presenter of kykNET's popular matchmaking show. The bubbly blonde actress who rose to soapie stardom as Esti Fouche in 7de Laan, will join 10 farmers on their journey to find love in the arms of a starry-eyed city girl. when the brand new season of Boer Soek 'n Vrou kicks off tomorrow evening [Thursday, 7 August]. During a recent interview, Reandi indicated that the latest edition of the hit show features exciting new formats and some surprises along the way. 'Don't come in with preconceived ideas, because many expectations will be turned on their heads!' 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou': Reandi Grey plays Cupid The 17th season of 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' starts on 7 August with Reandi Grey as presenter. Pictures: Supplied Did you enjoy your role as on-screen Cupid in 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou'? REANDI: 'Absolutely. It's so exciting to be part of a story – to witness connections forming, and sometimes even spotting them before the farmer and their matches do.' 'I can't wait for viewers to meet the new farmers. Watching how the farmers change from the beginning to the end, and everything they go through, was incredibly special.' Of course, helping 10 farmers means covering thousands of kilometres across the country. How did you manage this physically demanding aspect of the programme? REANDI: 'I was extremely lucky to have a makeup artist who became my best friend during filming. We didn't know each other before the show, but we became very close. 'Together with our driver, Krynauw Burger, the three of us made a great team.' Reandi Grey on the road for the 17th season of kykNET's 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou'. Picture: Supplied 'We had so much fun – from playing quiz games on our phones to competing in trivia battles. We also all love music, so there was always something playing. And yes, we slept – a lot!' What about the perfect outfit for each segment…and GreyC? REANDI: 'I had 57 outfits – plus 10 backups!' she reveals. 'It was both stressful and exciting. I designed and made all my outfits myself under my clothing brand, GreyC, which took a lot of time.' And then there was the challenge of getting them approved… 'Elmarie [Botha, the producer of Boer Soek 'n Vrou] and I had to find the sweet spot between the Boer brand and GreyC. 'Eventually, we had fun with it. I learnt that if Elmarie said a firm 'no', I still had a little room to negotiate. But if she said 'just no', then that was the end of it.' ALSO READ: 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou': 50 outfits per season and other interesting facts about the show How did you find the journey through rural South Africa and meeting the farmers? REANDI: 'It was a massive privilege to work with South Africa's farmers. They're built from something different – their honesty, resilience, and character are incredibly moving. 'They believe in hard work, love their country deeply, and remain humble and grateful – even during tough times. Farmers understand that success takes time and that what you sow, you will reap – in both land and life. 'They give not only to themselves but to their communities, their families, and the future of South Africa. Their faith and reliance on their support networks – God and their families – is inspiring. 'They don't just feed us; they show us what it means to live with dignity and integrity. Say what you will, farmers are the heartbeat of our nation. They are our heroes!' ALSO READ: 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou': New crop of farmers and Reandi Grey behind the wheel – What to know 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' vs personal life The Boer Soek 'n Vrou journey came with personal sacrifices too – especially for Reandi, a mother of two little girls. Heidi is around five, and Lente is just under two. Her husband, Dewald, had to manage solo for almost 10 weeks. 'That was hands down the hardest part – being away from my husband and children. I quickly realised that the focus had to be on quality, not quantity, of time. 'So when I was home, I had to be as intentional and present as possible to make up for the times I was away. 'My advice to working moms is: don't be afraid to ask for help. It does take a village. Let go of the guilt – you're doing enough. You are enough. Working moms show resilience, ambition, and balance – even when it doesn't feel like it. You're doing great, mama!'
IOL News
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Reandi Grey takes the reins: get ready for a heartfelt ride on 'Boer Soek ‘n Vrou' season 17
Reandi Grey will host the 10th season of kykNET's popular dating series "Boer soek 'n Vrou". Image: Supplied. The countdown to the highly anticipated 17th season of kykNET's popular reality dating show, "Boer Soek 'n Vrou", is officially on, with actress Reandi Grey stepping into the presenter's role. Set to premiere on August 7, the new season promises a fresh crop of farmers ready to find love, and Grey, who has a rich history in the entertainment industry, is thrilled to be part of this iconic show. "For years, it was like my industry bucket list, what I wanted to do," Grey said in a statement. Growing up on a farm herself, the "Diepe Waters" actress feels connected to the stories of the farmers she will be supporting. She takes the reins as the seventh presenter, following in the footsteps of Marciel Hopkins, who dedicated four years to matchmaking in the rural dating scene. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ This season, the spotlight will be on ten eligible bachelors from a diverse array of backgrounds. The hopeful farmers with rich stories to tell, ranging from ages 26 to 56 and hail from various provinces, with the Free State fielding the most entrants. The format aligns with previous seasons, focusing on the farmers who received the most entries from eager participants looking for love from the city. Among the farmers are Nicolaas, a sheep and crop farmer from Bredasdorp; Rudi H, a boer goat farmer from Windsorton; Lourie, a cattle farmer from Vryburg; Evert, a macadamia, citrus and game farmer from Tshipise; and Christof, a prickly pear and salt farmer. Meanwhile, Grey is no stranger to capturing audience hearts, having left a lasting impression as Esti Fouche on the long-running soap "7de Laan". More recently, she played Anja in "Diepe Waters" and also expanded her creativity by launching her own clothing line, Grey Creations, yet it's her new role that feels most pivotal. "All the farmers who have enrolled are also people I will want to keep close to me for the rest of my life. Every single one of these farmers is a well-rounded person with so much emotion and so much love. It's going to be an unforgettable season, and South Africans will be hanging on their lips," she said. With a new director at the helm, Grey hints at some exciting surprises that await viewers. "This is a role I wish for anyone in their life, because being part of a love story, whether it is that of someone else or your own, is very special and necessary. • "Boer Soek 'n Vrou" will air on kykNET (DStv channel 144) from August 7 at 8pm.
The Citizen
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘Boer Soek ‘n Vrou': New crop of farmers and Reandi Grey behind the wheel
Actress Reandi Grey gets behind the wheel of the 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' Hilux bakkie as brand new presenter of the popular reality dating series. The 17th season of 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' starts next month with Reandi Grey as presenter. Pictures: Supplied The 2025 season of kykNET's reality dating series Boer Soek 'n Vrou kicks off on 7 August with a 'fresh crop' of farmers and actress Reandi Grey as the new presenter. 'For years, it was like my industry bucket list – what I wanted to do,' Reandi – who grew up on a farm – enthused about her first presenter role. The Diepe Waters actress follows in the footsteps of Marciel Hopkins, who played Cupid for the past four years, covering thousands of kilometres in her mission to hook farmers up with a city girl. Reandi Grey and Marciel Hopkins. Picture: Supplied Reandi Grey joins 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' as presenter No 7 Reandi is the seventh Boer Soek 'n Vrou presenter after Elma Postma, Angelique Gerber, Nadia Beukes, Minki van der Westhuizen, Leah van Niekerk and, of course, Marciel. The actress won the hearts of viewers as Esti Fouche in the iconic soapie 7de Laan before joining the cast of Diepe Waters as Anja in 2022. She has also appeared on Legacy and recently launched her own clothing line, Grey Creations. 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou': Free State farmers rules the roost Following the same format as before, the latest edition of Boer Soek 'n Vrou, which has been a massive success in Mzansi since its 2007 debut, will largely focus on the five farmers who received the most entries. This year's hopeful participants range in age from 26 to 56. The 10 chosen farmers represent six provinces, with the Free State taking the lead with three eligible bachelors in the running. 'Salt-of-the-earth people' Actress Reandi Grey will be the host and presenter of 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou' S17. Picture: Supplied Reandi teased that, with a new director on board, fans should expect some surprises along the way. 'All the farmers who have enrolled are also people I will want to keep close to me for the rest of my life,' she added. 'They are exceptional salt-of-the-earth people who deserve love – and I feel honoured to be part of it. 'It's a role I wish for anyone in their life, because being part of a love story – whether it is that of someone else or your own – is very special and necessary.' 'Boer Soek 'n Vrou': Meet the 2025 farmers… Nicolaas, 37, sheep and seed farmer from Bredasdorp, Western Cape Rudi H, 56, goat farmer of Windsorton, Northern Cape Lourie, 26, cattle farmer from Freeburg, Northwest Evert, 38, macadamia, citrus and wild farmer from Tshipise, Limpopo Willie, 26, macadamia and wild farmer from Badland, Mpumalanga Reinier, 29, sowing, cattle and sheep farmer from Frankfort, Free State Ruan, 30, sheep, cattle and seed farmer from Tweespruit, Free State Christof, 38, turksvy and salt farmer from Petrusburg, Free State Pieter, 29, sheep farmer from Richmond, Northern Cape
