South African star Khanyi Mbau celebrated her 41st birthday with a deeply personal tribute to her younger self.
Zuko Komisa
The actress and reality star, known for her candidness about her life and image transformations, took to Instagram to share an old photo and a moving message dedicated to “Khanyisile Mbau,” the woman she was before her widely discussed cosmetic procedures.
Mbau explained she doesn’t “celebrate birthdays,” but instead “honours endurance,” acknowledging the physical and emotional journey that has shaped her over the four decades.
“I bow before the vessel,” she wrote, thanking her body for enduring life’s storms so her spirit could “learn, burn, and rise.” She concluded by affirming her self-love:
“Forever wealthy, kept, and soft, I love you.”
The post drew widespread admiration from fans and fellow celebrities for its vulnerability.
In a separate tribute, Mbau’s brother, YouTuber Lasizwe Dambuza, shared a heartwarming video montage of their memorable moments, referring to their relationship as a journey through ups and downs.
“We’ve been through so much, yet we always find our way back to each other,” he captioned the post, wishing his sister joy and peace.
The siblings’ close bond was celebrated by followers online.
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