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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
'It's a toxic cycle that wears me down' Nonku Quits
Nonku Williams, from reality television show Showmax Real Housewives of Durban, has announced her departure from the show after several seasons filled with drama and confrontations. After several seasons of wine-tossing, eyebrow-raising confrontations, and more drama than a telenovela on fast-forward, Showmax Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) OG Nonku Williams has officially left the chat, and this time, she's doing it with grace, a heavy heart, and a very long Instagram post. Nonku Williams. Picture: Supplied In a powerful and deeply personal statement shared to her followers, Nonku announced her exit from the hit reality series, confirming she won't be returning for the next season or even attending the reunion special (where, let's be honest, most of the tea is usually spilled). 'I'm compelled to share my truth' 'As I take a moment to reflect on my journey with The Real Housewives of Durban, I'm compelled to share my truth with you,' she began. That opening line alone tells you — this is no publicity stunt, no cleverly worded public relations tease. She continues, 'After much reflection, I've made the difficult decision not to return to the show and to distance myself from the reunion.' And with that, the reality TV veteran drops a bombshell that many fans were almost expecting, especially given her more subdued tone in recent appearances. 'I don't recognise the woman I see on screen.' One of the most striking parts of Nonku's statement is her emotional honesty about the disconnect between who she is and who she sees on TV. 'Watching myself on screen – I'm confronted with a reality that's hard to accept. The woman I see isn't someone I recognise or respect,' she admits. 'I've played a role in shaping this narrative, but I'm also a product of the show's dynamics.' In an industry where denial is practically part of the dress code, Nonku's candour is refreshing. She doesn't sugarcoat her involvement in the drama; she owns it, but also acknowledges the show's relentless need for conflict. 'The relentless pursuit of drama, the pitting of women against each other, the gossip, and the put-downs — it's a toxic cycle that wears me down. Choosing purpose over petty Nonku's departure isn't just about escaping shade-throwing co-stars or dodging the next wine glass. She's stepping away to protect something deeper: her values. 'As I look to the future, I'm reminded of my responsibilities – to myself, my children, my faith, and the community,' she wrote. 'I want to make a difference, to leave a positive mark on the world. But this show, with its destructive tendencies, isn't the platform for that.' In a bold move not often seen in reality TV exits, Nonku lists her priorities loud and clear: well-being, mental health, family, and faith. No subtext, no cryptic emojis, just an unapologetic declaration of self-preservation. 'I have a responsibility to myself to prioritise my well-being, to protect my mental health, and to surround myself with positivity,' she explained. 'I have a responsibility to my children to be a good role model and to show them the importance of kindness, empathy, and compassion.' She didn't stop there. 'I have a responsibility to my faith to uphold the values that are important to me, to be a light in the darkness, and to spread love and kindness.' 'And I have a responsibility to the community to be a force for good, to uplift and inspire others, and to make a positive impact.' Whew. If reality TV had a conscience, this would be its open letter. From Housewife to heroine Nonku isn't claiming sainthood — she acknowledges her part in the 'chaos,' and doesn't pretend the show didn't shape her story. But her message is clear: she's choosing peace over petty, purpose over performance. 'I'm choosing to break free from this cycle, to seek a path that uplifts and inspires. I'm choosing to use my platform to spread love, kindness, and positivity.' In the world of reality TV, where self-reflection is usually served with a side of shade, her graceful exit reads almost like a redemption arc one she's writing for herself, not the cameras. 'I'm choosing to prioritise my well-being and to take care of myself. I'm choosing to be authentic, to be true to myself, and to live a life that reflects my values.' 'As I close this chapter, I hope my story can serve as a testament to the power of self-awareness, courage, and redemption.' Curtain call, not cancellation RHOD fans might miss Nonku's fiery comebacks and iconic one-liners, but it's clear her next season won't involve catfights or confessionals. As for the reunion? Well, there's always next season's new cast to stir the pot. For now, it seems, Nonku is choosing peace.
TimesLIVE
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'I'm choosing to break free from this cycle': Nonku Williams quits 'The Real Housewives of Durban'
As viewers of The Real Housewives of Durban eagerly await the last few episodes and the upcoming reunion, the longest standing contestant Nonku Williams dropped a bombshell on her timeline announcing her decision to leave the show. In a lengthy Instagram post, Nonku said she would not attend the upcoming reunion, citing a toxic environment and its negative effect on her mental health. 'As I take a moment to reflect on my journey with The Real Housewives of Durban, I'm compelled to share my truth with you. After much reflection, I've made the decision not to return to the show and to distance myself from the reunion. It's not an easy choice, but it's one I must make,' she said. 'Watching myself on screen, I'm confronted with a reality that's hard to accept. The woman I see isn't someone I recognise or respect. I've played a role in shaping this narrative but I'm also a product of the show's dynamics. The relentless pursuit of drama, the pitting of women against each other, the gossip and the put-downs — it's a toxic cycle that wears me down. 'As I look to the future, I'm reminded of my responsibilities — to myself, my children, my faith and the community. I want to make a difference, to leave a positive mark on the world. This show, with its destructive tendencies, isn't the platform for that. 'I've come to realise I have a responsibility to myself to prioritise my wellbeing, to protect my mental health and to surround myself with positivity. I have a responsibility to my children to be a good role model, to show them the importance of kindness, empathy and compassion. I have a responsibility to my faith to uphold the values that are important to me, to be a light in the darkness and to spread love and kindness. I have a responsibility to the community to be a force for good, to uplift and inspire others and to make a positive impact.' Nonku, who has been a reality TV star for nearly five years and has also featured in a spin-off show called The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip — South Africa, thanked her fans for their support. 'I'm choosing to break free from this cycle, to seek a path that uplifts and inspires. I'm choosing to use my platform to spread love, kindness and positivity. I'm choosing to be a role model for my children and for others who may be watching. I'm choosing to prioritise my wellbeing and to take care of myself. I'm choosing to be authentic, to be true to myself and to live a life that reflects my values. 'As I close this chapter, I hope my story can serve as testament to the power of self-awareness, courage and redemption.'
The South African
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Nonku Williams leaves 'The Real Housewives of Durban'
In a shocking and unexpected announcement, Nonku Williams, the longest-serving housewife in Africa, has exited ' The Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) .' The reality star rose to fame through the show after joining its first season, quickly becoming a household name with a loyal fan base. After entertaining fans for five seasons on the Showmax hit The Real Housewives of Durban, Nonku Williams has officially left the show. She announced her exit in an emotional and detailed post on her Instagram account. The reality star shared that she is stepping away from the franchise to prioritise her mental health, well-being, and personal growth. She also revealed that she won't be attending the reunion, disappointing many viewers who were expecting her to show up. They wanted her to take accountability for her actions this season and address questions about her character. Nonku has stirred controversy this season, with many viewers expressing disappointment in her behaviour. While some still believe she's reality TV gold, bringing the sass and drama that helped make the show a success, it seems she didn't win many hearts this time. The mother of two revealed that after watching herself on TV, she has realised that the woman she sees is not someone she recognises or respects. 'After much reflection, I've made the difficult decision not to return to the show and to distance myself from the reunion. It's not an easy choice, but it's one I must make. Watching myself on screen, I'm confronted with a reality that's hard to accept. The woman I see isn't someone I recognise or respect.' Reflecting on her journey with the show, she shared that the toxic cycle of women being pitted against each other, constant negativity, conflict, and drama no longer aligns with who she wants to be. She said it's time to choose peace and personal growth. 'I've played a role in shaping this narrative, but I'm also a product of the show's dynamics. The relentless pursuit of drama, the pitting of women against each other, the gossip, and the put-downs – it's a toxic cycle that wears me down,' she wrote. Nonku further opened up about her decision to walk away from the show, sharing: 'As I look to the future, I'm reminded of my responsibilities – to myself, my children, my faith, and the community. I want to make a difference, to leave a positive mark on the world. But this show, with its destructive tendencies, isn't the platform for that. I've come to realise that I have a responsibility to myself to prioritise my well-being, to protect my mental health, and to surround myself with positivity.' She further said that she chooses this to be a better role model for her kids and to positively impact her community. 'To those who've supported me throughout this journey, I'm grateful. I acknowledge my part in the chaos, but I also recognise the show's role in shaping our narratives. I'm choosing to break free from this cycle, to seek a path that uplifts and inspires. She further said, 'I'm choosing to use my platform to spread love, kindness, and positivity. I'm choosing to be a role model for my children and for others who may be watching. I'm choosing to prioritise my well-being and to take care of myself,' she said. ARE YOU GOING TO MISS NONKU ON RHODURBAN? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
