Media personality Minnie Dlamini found herself at the center of a social media storm after a recent on-air incident during her show, Curated By Tanq. The incident involved Minnie throwing shade at her ex-boyfriend and soccer player, Itumeleng Khune. This public spectacle led to a barrage of criticism from netizens, who accused Minnie of being a bitter ex.
The drama unfolded as Minnie, captured on live TV, took a not-so-subtle dig at Khune, who is still actively playing football. The moment was widely shared on various social media platforms, igniting a wave of comments and reactions from users who perceived Minnie’s actions as an attempt to publicly shame her ex.
Minnie Dlamini has been under the media spotlight since her highly publicized divorce. From her ex-husband and father of her child, Quinton Jones. The messy divorce proceedings garnered attention, especially when Jones sought monthly spousal support from Minnie. This recent incident with Khune added another layer to Minnie’s already tumultuous post-divorce public image.
The video clip that circulated on social media showcased Minnie expressing her surprise. And disapproval upon discovering that Khune is still actively involved in professional football. The clip was accompanied by the caption: “Not Minnie Dlamini shading her ex Khune on #curatedbytanq,” fueling the online controversy.
Almost immediately after the clip surfaced, social media users, particularly fans of Itumeleng Khune. Unleashed a barrage of comments directed at Minnie. The criticism ranged from accusations of bitterness to commentary on the duration of Khune’s successful football career. Compared to Minnie’s failed marriage.
One user, @SthembiD, suggested that Minnie should conceal her bitterness and pain from her failed marriage instead of broadcasting it to the world. Another user, @dumisane_, pointed out that Khune’s career had outlasted Minnie’s marriage. Emphasizing the contrast between the two. @visse_ss commented on Khune’s happiness and marital status, subtly contrasting it with Minnie’s failed marriage.
@NyKoMR celebrated Khune’s achievements, stating that he is both still playing and married, viewing it as a double triumph. @tsebaie_ took a swipe at Minnie’s parenting arrangements compared to Khune’s more stable family life, while @Xolani_Shamase labeled Minnie as a “bitter ex.” The comments reflected a mix of disdain and support for Khune, with many urging him to ignore Minnie’s actions.
In this social media spectacle, Minnie Dlamini found herself in the eye of a storm of criticism. With netizens dissecting her actions and drawing comparisons between her life choices and those of her ex-boyfriend, Itumeleng Khune. The incident has added another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding Minnie’s post-divorce public image. Demonstrating the power of social media in shaping and reshaping the perceptions of public figures.
