Oluthando Keteyi|Published
Legendary South African actress Leleti Khumalo, best known for her iconic role in the award-winning film "Sarafina!", is celebrating 14 years of marriage to her husband, Skhuthazo Khanyile.
The actress took to Instagram to mark the milestone, sharing a carousel of pictures capturing memories with her husband over the years.
In her caption, Khumalo expressed gratitude for their journey together, acknowledging the role of faith in their marriage.
“We’re truly grateful to God for his grace upon us and our union. Happy Anniversary, Khanyile,” she wrote.
The couple’s special milestone was met with congratulatory messages from fellow actors and fans, with the likes of Stha Kgorgoge, Nay Maps, Dawn Thandeka King, Sindi Dlathu and Nonkanyiso Conco among those celebrating their union.
A look at Leleti Khumalo’s family life
While Khumalo has enjoyed a celebrated career in the entertainment industry, she has also built a family life away from the spotlight.
The actress and her husband are parents to twins, a boy and a girl, Ulwenzile Khanyile and Yamukelani Khanyile.
Over the years, Khumalo has continued to balance her career with motherhood, sharing glimpses of her personal life with fans while keeping much of her family life private.
Her anniversary post offered followers a glimpse into a meaningful moment in her life, with the couple celebrating 14 years of marriage and the journey they have shared together.
From Sarafina! to a celebrated acting career
Khumalo remains one of South Africa’s most recognisable actresses, having made her mark on the local entertainment industry through memorable performances on stage and screen.
Her breakthrough came with the musical Sarafina!, in which she played the titular character, a young South African girl navigating life under apartheid. The production became a landmark in South African theatre, later inspiring the 1992 film adaptation, in which Khumalo reprised her role.
Since then, she has continued to establish herself as a respected performer, taking on roles in television and film and earning the admiration of audiences across generations.
Away from her professional achievements, milestones such as her wedding anniversary offer fans an opportunity to celebrate another side of the actress: her life beyond the screen.
As messages of love and congratulations continue to pour in, Khumalo’s anniversary celebration marks 14 years of marriage and a moment of gratitude for the life she and Khanyile have built together.