- Former Miss South Africa Mia le Roux married Luke ten Oever on 16 October 2026 at a fairytale Cape Winelands venue
- A behind-the-scenes wedding video captured Mia in tears as she opened up about her health condition and finding love
- South Africans flooded the comments with heartfelt messages after the clip went viral across social media
Source: Facebook
South Africa's first deaf Miss South Africa, Mia le Roux, tied the knot with her long-time partner, Luke ten Oever, on 16 October 2026, and the country could not hold back its emotions.
The ceremony, attended by just 60 guests including former Miss SA Jo-Ann Strauss, unfolded at the picturesque La Paris Estate in Franschhoek, nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands. But it was a raw, behind-the-scenes preparation video that truly captured the nation's heart.
Filmed in a charming getting-ready room with wooden ceiling beams and vintage décor, the clip shows Mia wiping away tears as an attendant fans her face to keep her composed. Through her emotion, she reflected on her journey:
"You guys, I've got the best parents ever and I didn't know what, if I would be okay, after them, because of my condition. But then I found Luke. And he loved me unconditionally with everything."
The moment in the behind-the-scenes footage that silenced the room came when a woman present reminded Mia of the words she had spoken on stage when she was crowned Miss South Africa. Mia then repeated them herself, her voice steady with conviction:
"I'm a proudly South African deaf woman."
Mia made history in 2024 when she became the first deaf woman ever to be crowned Miss South Africa. She and Luke began dating in 2023, and after a private engagement in July 2025, they finally celebrated their love in front of those closest to them.
She walked down the aisle in a custom ivory satin gown by South African designer Anel Botha. A second gown awaited her at the reception. Luke's vows drew on themes of faith and courage, closing with the Afrikaans words, "My liefie, ons het dit gemaak" — my love, we made it. Mia, in turn, thanked him for recognising her worth in a world that had not always done so.
The celebrations also featured a giant Italian wedding cake and a cameo from the couple's beloved dachshund, Ada. Their wedding was captured by Chris and San Photography and is set to air on SABC3's Top Billing.
Watch the emotional getting-ready clip that moved South Africa to tears:
South Africans responded on Mia's Facebook post with an outpouring of love and solidarity.
@Theresa Brits wrote:
"Most probably the MOST MOTIVATING Miss SA in history!!! Mia you really changed the world that so many people take for granted!!!"
@Joanine Matthys, who is herself deaf, shared:
"The moment my husband fully embraced my deafness, I realized true love doesn't ask you to change—it celebrates exactly who you are. We are strong South African Deaf women...Baie geluk!"
@Chantelle Tella Vaaltyn added:
"MRS TOEN OVER... Thanks for sharing your beautiful wedding with the country. Girl you are making history of an early stage in your life, keep it up Miems ❤️"
@Rodney Warren Gelant called her part of his
"Top 10 Miss South Africa inspirations," to which Mia personally replied: "thank you Rodney ❤️❤️❤️"
@Narda Els said:
"I agree with what your mother told Mia that you are strong Deaf woman and beautiful example for Deaf world. You are Miss Deaf SA finalist and winner as Miss SA. I am so proud of you."
More on SA couples
- Briefly News recently reported that sisters surprised their brother at his wedding after telling him they could not make it, and his knees nearly gave way.
- A man turned down a shopping spree for cash to help his partner, who is battling cancer, and a content creator asked followers to help plan their dream wedding.
- A KwaZulu-Natal bride broke down when her husband gifted her a BMW in front of family at their traditional celebration.
Source: Briefly News
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