On Saturday, 15 August 2026, South African TV presenter Rorisang Thandekiso took a moment from her day to debunk rumors generated by old photos of her in a wedding dress that circulated online. In a video recorded in a bright studio with vibrant pink and red neon lights, she expressed her frustration directly to viewers in an effort to quell the uproar.
The photos that ignited the rumors came from an impersonating account called @rorisangtt1 on TikTok, which spread to X on Thursday, 13 August 2026. Within a short period, Rorisang was receiving calls, messages, and even concerned inquiries from family members who believed she had married in secret.
What was the context behind Rorisang Thandekiso’s wedding dress?
She quickly addressed the misunderstandings. The media figure clarified that the images were actually taken in 2017 during her hosting of a wedding-themed event that coincided with a movie launch. As one of the event’s MCs, she dressed in line with the event’s theme. She highlighted that her co-host was Beach Body, a comedian and model, and the wedding attire was solely part of the occasion’s festivities.
“I’m not married. I’m not getting married, guys,” she stated in the TikTok clip, which has gone viral, adding, “Because when you guys do this, what if there was a brother there looking at me? Now you’ve told him I’m married.”
Rorisang also criticized the trend of individuals seeking attention by spreading inaccurate information, urging her audience to remain cautious.
“If I didn’t tell you in a video of myself, the chances are pray for me,” she concluded, while expressing her appreciation for her supporters despite the ongoing rumors.
Public reaction to Rorisang Thandekiso’s marriage rumor
Fans flooded social media with a combination of relief, humor, and solidarity:
@India expressed:
“Your installation??? 😭😮💨 Had me confused there for a minute. It’s so good 😳”
@NdiOta_Gundo responded with humor:
“The guy was wearing different socks 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣askies😁 I love you”
@🇿🇦Pertunia Kekana🎭 commented:
“I tried reporting the account, but TikTok says it doesn’t find the page offensive or against their guidelines 😭”
@Onalenna Thobega noted:
“Rorisang, those old pictures had me thinking you were married then 😭🤣”
@Matshediso_Victoria added:
“As a country, we can’t wait for you to get married 🤭🥰”
View the video below:
