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'Young, Famous & Expecting': Naked DJ and Kayleigh Schwark announce pregnancy with joyful reveal
Reality TV stars Naked DJ and Kayleigh Schwark are expecting their first child together. Image: StillsByTom Another celeb baby on the way! Celebrity couple, Kayleigh Schwark and Naked DJ (real name Quinton Musina), are the latest celebrities to announce that they are expecting a baby this year. The reality TV stars excitedly announced the joyful news in a joint Instagram post as they revealed the growing baby bump. In the video, Naked DJ and Schwark are in a setting that appears to be a maze, with a cute picnic set-up. The lovebirds are wearing white matching outfits, as they both rub the baby bump. 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 Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'A love so big, we made room for one more,' the couple captioned the post. The pair's love story began in 2020 when they met. In January, the couple announced that they are engaged in a joint Instagram post. Before their engagement bliss, the pair gave fans a glimpse of their love journey and the hurdles they faced in their relationship on Netflix's reality show 'Young, Famous & African.' Since season one, viewers have seen the couple navigate commitment issues. Throughout the seasons, the semi-professional footballer opened up about her desire to get married and start a family with the Metro FM radio host, who expressed his fear of committing due to his past failed marriages. Schwark went on to express that if Naked DJ did not want to commit, she would move on with her life. Viewers of the reality show commended Schwark for being able to be vulnerable and real on reality television. Fans and friends of the couple congratulated them on their joyful addition to their growing family. Fellow cast member Zari Hassan commented: 'Congratsss, so happy for you, babe.' Rapper Nadia Nakai wrote: 'Whaaaat! Aww, congratulations!!!' Multi-award-winning radio host, Khutso Theledi, added: 'This just made my whole heart do cartwheels. CONGRATULATIONS guys!!! The cutest nana is on the way.'
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
WATCH: Kayleigh Schwark and Naked DJ expecting their first child
Congratulations are in order for the 'Young, Famous & African' stars. Reality TV star Kayleigh Schwark and radio personality Quinton Masina, popularly known as Naked DJ, are expecting a baby. The couple shared the news over the weekend with a heartwarming video posted on social media. 'A love so big, we made room for one more,' the Young, Famous & African stars captioned the announcement video. ALSO READ: WATCH: Lily Allen reveals she's had multiple abortions in podcast chat aiming to break stigma Kayleigh and Naked DJ Engaged The pregnancy news comes just months after the couple revealed their engagement in January this year. Kayleigh and Quinton have been together for five years. 'The rumours are true, we are no longer dating…,' the couple captioned a series of their engagement pictures. Fans got a closer look at their relationship on the Netflix reality show Young, Famous & African, where viewers watched them navigate the ups and downs of commitment. Quinton shared on the show that his struggles with commitment stemmed from previous failed marriages. 'I have been married twice. What happens if I fail again? I don't want to mess up my life, nor do I want to mess up Kayleigh's future as well. Something has got to give,' he said. Quinton was first married to Bulelwa, with whom he appeared on the reality series Blame It On Fame alongside his twin sisters, Hlelo and Ntando Masina. His second marriage was to the late model and Real Housewives of Johannesburg star Naledi Willers. The couple wed in 2017 but split two years later. Willers passed away in 2021 after a battle with breast cancer. NOW READ: Turbocharged Tyson! Thulani Hlatshwayo flexes new R1m ride and Durban City status
The Citizen
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Khanyi Mbau jets off to Los Angeles for Netflix Reality Universe
Khanyi is the first African to receive a Netflix Reality Universe Superlatives nomination. Media personality Khanyi Mbau recently jetted off to Los Angeles for the annual Netflix Reality Universe Superlatives, a global celebration of Netflix's most popular reality TV stars. Mbau made history this year, becoming the first African to receive a nomination in the prestigious awards, and it's her first-ever career nomination. She is nominated in the Main Character Energy category for her role in the hit Netflix reality series Young, Famous & African. 'So excited to be nominated as the first African for the Netflix Superlative vote for: Main Character Energy… 'What does giving the main character energy mean? Taking a lead role in your own life rather than living as a supporting cast member for others,' she wrote, sharing the exciting news on Instagram earlier this month. ALSO READ: Dr Rebecca Malope to receive lifetime honour at Basadi in Music Awards Khanyi Mbau: '16 hours flight' Mbau posted a few snaps on her Instagram Stories, giving fans a sneak peek inside her trip to the United States for the prestigious awards. Pictures: Khanyi Mbau's IG stories/Screenshot Voting closed on 15 July, with winners set to be announced during the Netflix Summer Break event on 17 July. Mbau is competing against several international reality TV personalities, including Too Hot to Handle's Harry Jowsey, Love Is Blind's Jess Vestal, and Owning Manhattan's Ryan Serhant. NOW READ: Gigaba's ex-wife on leaked sex video: 'We were blackmailed for almost six months'
IOL News
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Khanyi Mbau breaks barriers as the first African nominee for Netflix Reality Universe Superlative
Media personality, Khanyi Mbau excitedly revealed that she has received a nomination at the international Netflix Reality Universe Superlative, making her the first African to receive the nod. Image: Instagram South African actress, Khanyi Mbau has made history and raised the SA flag high as the first African to receive a nod at the international Netflix Reality Universe Superlative awards. The media personality has been making waves in the acting industry as she has appeared on many shows, including 'Meet The Khumalos', "Happiness is a Four-letter Word', 'The Wife' as well as 'Young, Famous & African', among many others. The 39-year-old has been nominated under the category of 'Main Character Energy' at the prestigious awards for her reality TV show stints on 'Young, Famous & African.' Mbau excitedly took to social media to make an announcement about the international nod to her fans and urged them to support her. 'So excited to be nominated as the first African for the Netflix Superlatives vote for: Main Character Energy, head to my IG story or the link in my bio to cast your vote and help me win, you can vote once a day from now till the 15th of July,' the reality TV star shared. Speaking to 'TshisaLive', Mbau revealed that this is the first time in her acting career that she received a nomination. 'I have never been nominated for any of my TV work and this means the world to me. Been in the industry for over 23 years now, so this is major. 'Once I win ... I plan on bringing it back home to my abundance angels. This win would be a symbol to my girls that giving up is never an option. Someone will recognise your effort one day. Keep going,' Mbau shared. The 'Mbau Reloaded' reality star also shared that being an actress and a reality star has changed her life drastically in terms of opportunities and she has even met people who have motivated her to strive for greater heights. 'Being an actress and a reality star with influencer marketing opportunities has impacted my life in a tremendous way. It's given me access to the most influential people on the planet, global access to incredible experiences and it has truly educated me on life, it's an ongoing trip of self-discovery.
The Citizen
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
'First for Africa': Khanyi Mbau makes history with ‘Main Character Energy' nod
Khanyi is nominated for the annual Netflix Reality Universe superlatives. South African actress and media personality Khanyi Mbau has earned a nomination in the annual Netflix Reality Universe Superlatives (NRU Superlatives). Khanyi is the first African to receive a nomination in the prestigious awards. The NRU Superlatives celebrate the boldest and most talked-about personalities in reality TV, as voted by fans across the globe. ALSO READ: Khanyi Mbau and boyfriend back together: 'Where would I go with a thigh laminated in bold with his name?' Khanyi Mbau recognised for 'Young, Famous & African' Mbau has been nominated in the Main Character Energy category for her standout role in the hit Netflix reality series Young, Famous & African. 'So excited to be nominated as the first African for the Netflix Superlative vote for: Main Character Energy…' she wrote on Instagram, celebrating the nod.. 'What does giving the main character energy mean? Taking a lead role in your own life rather than living as a supporting cast member for others,' she added on her Instagram Stories. Mbau is up against international reality stars, including Too Hot to Handle season one's Harry Jowsey, Love is Blind season six's Jess Vestal, and Owning Manhattan's Ryan Serhant. Young, Famous & African follows a glamorous group of African celebrities as they navigate love, business and drama in Johannesburg. The series features a pan-African cast including Diamond Platnumz, Zari Hassan, Nadia Nakai, and Annie Macauley, just to mention a few. Voting for the Netflix Reality Universe Superlatives is open until 15 July, with winners to be announced during the Netflix Summer Break event on 17 July. NOW READ: WATCH: Ayanda Thabethe says 'I do' in intimate wedding ceremony
