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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.
News24
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
‘Toxic cycle': Nonku Williams slams ‘relentless' drama in shocking RHOD exit announcement
Real Housewives of Durban star Nonku Williams has announced she won't return for the show's next season after stating that watching herself on screen confronted her with 'a reality that's hard to accept.' Williams specifically called out the show's 'destructive tendencies,' including 'the relentless pursuit of drama, the pitting of women against each other, the gossip, and the put-downs,' describing it as 'a toxic cycle' that wore her down. In her exit statement, the entrepreneur and owner of A2B Winery acknowledged her 'part in the chaos' while emphasising her responsibility to her children, faith, and community. Reality TV star Nonku Williams has officially announced her departure from The Real Housewives of Durban, stating she will not return for the next season nor participate in the upcoming reunion. The businesswoman and A2B Winery owner released a detailed statement on social media on Sunday evening, explaining that after 'much reflection,' she felt 'compelled to share my truth' with followers about her decision to leave the popular reality show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nonku Williams (@nonku_williams) '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,' Williams wrote in her statement. Williams, who has been part of the show since its inception, specifically called out its format and structure as contributors to her decision. She explained: 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. While her time on RHOD showcased both her business ventures and personal life, including her A2B Winery based in Stellenbosch, Williams now appears focused on realigning her public persona with her personal values. '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 stated, adding that her responsibilities extend to being a role model for her children and upholding her faith. Her announcement comes while Season 5 of the show is still showing on Showmax, which features Williams alongside original cast member Sorisha Naidoo and several other returning and new personalities. While the specific on-screen incidents that may have contributed to her decision weren't detailed in her statement, the season was promoted as featuring significant drama and tension among cast members. In her exit message, Williams struck a reflective tone, acknowledging her own contribution to the show's controversial moments. 'I acknowledge my part in the chaos, but I also recognise the show's role in shaping our narratives,' she wrote, suggesting a complex relationship with how reality television portrays its participants. The businesswoman concluded her statement on a forward-looking note: 'As I close this chapter, I hope my story can serve as a testament to the power of self-awareness, courage, and redemption.' In a previous interview with True Love, speaking about this season, she said she has 'grown a lot.' 'I don't want to react to situations like I did. I'm more mindful of what I say. I try to think before I speak. I try to be considerate, and more than anything, it's the will of God that I want to do over my lie, and I've learnt to understand that this platform is bigger than me.'
News24
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
‘I acknowledge my part in the chaos' – Nonku Williams quits RHOD
She's given us 5-star reality TV spec. From the very first season of the Real Housewives of Durban, she's topped headlines. Nonku Williams made an entry as the late gospel singer, Sfiso Ncwane's baby mama. At the time, Sfiso's widow, Ayanda, was one of the show's biggest stars. As expected, that took a wrong turn, putting the ladies against each other on the show, forcing Ayanda's hand in acknowledging her daughter and forging a relationship with their children who share a father. Before we knew it, she was back in the dating scene and embroiled in court orders and legal battles. Five seasons later, the reality TV star had risen to become Nonku Williams International and one of the OG's of the franchise in Africa. Read more | 'I love a challenge' – Londie London ready to return officially on RHOD All this was not short of insults hurled, allegations made, chaotic dinner dates, and messy outings with the ladies. Recently, viewers of the show pointed out how distasteful Nonku had become as she navigated her friendships on the show with some selfishness and manipulation. When asked a couple of questions to answer, Nonku said, 'I'm sorry I can't answer these questions'. Seemingly, she recognised her faults. '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 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. 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,' Nonku took to her Instagram timeline. Every season, Nonku kicks off with promises of changing her ways and being a better, positive person who's recommitted to God, but a few episodes in, she's back to all that we've grown to know her also conveniently forgets what she's done to people and turns a blind eye to it all while expecting apologies for what others have done to her. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nonku Williams (@nonku_williams) '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 realize that I have a responsibility to prioritize my well-being, 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 for my faith in upholding 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,' her Instagram post further reads. '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. 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 prioritize 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,' she adds. As we prepare to close the chapter of Nonku Williams on the Real Housewives of Durban, she hopes that her story can serve as a testament to the power of self-awareness, courage, and redemption.
IOL News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Nonku Williams bids farewell to 'The Real Housewives of Durban': no reunion, no return, just peace
Nonku Williams has officially bowed out of the "Real Housewives Of Durban" reality TV show. Image: Instagram. Nonku Williams has chosen to "break free" from the "The Real Housewives Of Durban" reality TV show, citing that the series pits women against each other in the pursuit of relentless drama. Williams recently issued an official statement where she outlined various reasons for her decision to exit the franchise and not be a part of the season 5 reunion. "Watching myself on screen, I am confronted with a reality that's hard to accept. The woman I see isn't someone I recognised or respect," wrote the show's OG. Williams continued to share that although she's played a role in shaping the show's narrative, she believes she's also a product of the show's dynamics. "The relentless pursuit of drama, the pitting women against each other, the gossip and the put-downs -it's a toxic cycle that wears me down." She explained that she wants to be a better role model to her children and uphold her responsibility to herself, her faith, her children, and her 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. "I have a responsibility to the community to be a force for good, to uplift and inspire others, and to make a positive impact ... I'm choosing to break free from this cycle." She aims to now use her platform to spread love, kindness and positivity. "As I close this chapter, I hope my story can serve as a testament to the power of self-awareness, courage and redemption," she ended. Video Player is loading. 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She is considered "reality TV gold". But things got out of control in season 5. Williams was an absolute train wreck. She kept ruffling feathers all around. She had zero filter or respect. That being said, netizens are glad Williams has decided to exit the show. Showmax has not yet released a statement regarding Williams's announcement on social media about her decision to leave the show and her absence from the reunion. Meanwhile, some fans have commented on her "toxic behaviour", while others praised her for choosing her peace. @Inde_Spoiled said: "Nonku Williams is a mean spirited trifling h*e that hides behind Christianity to mask her evil heart sies man #RHODurban #RHOD." @TumiGabuza posted on X: "Nonku we will miss you my Queen I'm glad you choose yourself. Thank you for giving us the number 1 Show in Mzansi." Nonku we will miss you my Queen I'm glad you choose yourself. Thank you for giving us the number 1 Show in Mzansi 🙌👸❤️#RHODurban #RHODurbanS5 #CAFChampionsLeague — Tumi 🇿🇦 (@TumiGabuza) June 1, 2025 @GodmotherThe wrote: Nonku is a coward. She's said so many vile things and tarnished people's names in her diary sessions. This isn't her leaving on her own accord. She's leaving to run away from answering for her nonsense at the reunion. Sies. Mokgekolo o seleng." Nonku is a coward. She's said so many vile things and tarnished people's names in her diary sessions. This isn't her leaving on her own accord. She's leaving to run away from answering for her nonsense, at the reunion. Sies. Mokgekolo o seleng. — The Godmother (@GodmotherThe) June 1, 2025 @__amina__x said: "You guys love to fake hate on Nonku Williams, but the truth is she's reality TV Gold." You guys love to fake hate on Nonku Williams, but the truth is she's reality TV Gold #UltimateGirlsTripSA — Amina (@__amina__x) May 27, 2024
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.'
