South African actress Kealeboga Masango has just bagged one of her biggest achievements yet — she’s officially the new face and brand ambassador for Dark & Lovely 2026.
The Youngins actress shared the exciting news on her social media, expressing heartfelt gratitude for this milestone.
In her post, she wrote, “I’m officially the new face and brand ambassador of Dark & Lovely 2026. Still can’t believe I get to say this. Yho, this honestly means the world to me, growing up seeing this brand celebrate beauty that looks like mine, and now being part of that legacy? Wow. I’m just so, so grateful.”
Kealeboga went on to thank the iconic haircare brand for trusting her with such a major role, saying,
“Thank you @darkandlovelyafrica for trusting me to represent a brand that’s inspired me for years. This is such a full-circle moment for the little girl who dreamed of it, and for the woman who’s living it now. Here’s to new beginnings, bold dreams, and being unapologetically Dark & Lovely.”
The big reveal took place at the I Am Dark and Lovely Festival on 8 November 2025 at Ferreira Drop in Johannesburg. The festival was a star-studded celebration that featured top South African artists such as Uncle Waffles, DJ Zinhle, Zee Nxumalo, Cassper Nyovest, and many more.
Fans and fellow celebrities quickly filled Kealeboga’s comment section with congratulatory messages, celebrating her as the perfect choice for the brand. The moment marked not just a professional achievement but a personal victory — one that celebrated representation, beauty, and self-love.
Adding to the excitement, social media influencer Sphokuhle N, popularly known as Scrumptious, was also announced as one of the new faces of Dark & Lovely.
With millions of followers online, Sphokuhle shared her joy by posting a video from the event, captioned, “Face of Dark & Lovely 2026. I absolutely have no words @darkandlovelyafrica.”
With two young, vibrant stars leading the campaign, Dark & Lovely 2026 promises to inspire a new generation to embrace their natural beauty with confidence and pride.
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