Rachel Kolisi’s brother, Joel Smith, and his wife, Olympic gold medalist Tatjana Schoenmaker, have dominated the trending topics over the past week following their weekend wedding celebration.
Springboks fans on social media couldn’t help but notice that Joel Smith is commonly recognized as Rachel’s brother. It seems that his surname, Smith. Was overshadowed by the prominence of the Kolisi and Schoenmaker names. Social media users playfully questioned this, with one user, @_memza, joking, “If they wanted us to know his surname, they would have told us. They said Rachel Kolisi, they said Tatjana Schoenmaker, and they couldn’t say Joel Smith?”
@audioj_sa chimed in with a congratulatory message, saying, “Congratulations to the Kolosi’s.” This playful banter highlighted the strong association between Joel and the Kolisi family.
Joel Smith, who is Siya Kolisi’s brother-in-law, married Tatjana Schoenmaker, an Olympic gold medalist, during the weekend festivities. The wedding was a source of joy and celebration for many, especially within the Springboks family.
Rachel Kolisi, often referred to as the Springboks’ first lady, expressed her elation on her Instagram story by sharing captivating photos from her brother’s wedding. She gushed, “My little brother got married to the most spectacular woman this weekend. And I literally couldn’t be more grateful for this love.” Her words reflected the deep familial connection and happiness surrounding the union.
Springboks fans were quick to react to the wedding news, with many providing humorous and heartwarming responses on social media. MFuthiso mentioned the challenge of reading the caption repeatedly due to the captivating story it conveyed.
@ThulaniSundu humorously noted that both a brother and a sister from the Kolisi family married world-class athletes. Even though they themselves are not in the same league. This observation playfully highlighted the exceptional nature of both relationships.
@Neko_Pikelela expressed the sentiment of many by declaring, “Umakoti ngo wethu,” which translates to “She’s our bride.” The statement underscored the collective pride and support for Tatjana Schoenmaker within the South African community.
@Bavu_Q added to the banter, emphasizing the noticeable omission of Joel’s surname in favor of Kolisi, with the quip. “I hear you, why not mention Joel’s surname but Kolisi, serves them right ke bazoba ngo Kolisi,” suggesting that the Smith family might soon become synonymous with the Kolisis.
The online reactions exemplified the strong sense of community and camaraderie among Springboks fans. Who celebrated not only Joel and Tatjana’s union but also the enduring legacy of the Kolisi family.
As the Kolisi and Schoenmaker families embark on this new journey together. Their heartwarming story has captivated the nation and reminded us of the power of love, family, and shared dreams. This wedding celebration is a testament to the bonds that unite us and the joy we find in each other’s happiness. All while creating unforgettable moments that bring people together in laughter and shared joy.
