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The Herald
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Lebo M: setting the record straight with facts over fiction
For more than three decades Lebo M, the South African composer and producer behind The Lion King 's iconic sound, has stood as a global symbol of excellence, resilience, and African artistic pride. From the streets of Soweto to the grand stages of Broadway, his voice has moved millions. However, behind the acclaim and accolades lies a personal narrative too often hijacked by fiction and tabloid sensationalism. Let's set the record straight: Lebo M has been married four times. Of the four marriages, only two were legally registered in SA — and yes, there are official certificates from the department of home affairs to prove this. The oft-repeated claim that he has been married 10 times is not only inaccurate, it's an insult. It's a distortion of a person's journey through love, family and growth. 'I'm an artist, a father and a South African,' said Lebo M. 'Like many people, I've experienced love, loss and growth. The ongoing lie about 10 marriages needs to stop. There are four marriage certificates.'
TimesLIVE
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Lebo M: setting the record straight with facts over fiction
For more than three decades Lebo M, the South African composer and producer behind The Lion King 's iconic sound, has stood as a global symbol of excellence, resilience, and African artistic pride. From the streets of Soweto to the grand stages of Broadway, his voice has moved millions. However, behind the acclaim and accolades lies a personal narrative too often hijacked by fiction and tabloid sensationalism. Let's set the record straight: Lebo M has been married four times. Of the four marriages, only two were legally registered in SA — and yes, there are official certificates from the department of home affairs to prove this. The oft-repeated claim that he has been married 10 times is not only inaccurate, it's an insult. It's a distortion of a person's journey through love, family and growth. 'I'm an artist, a father and a South African,' said Lebo M. 'Like many people, I've experienced love, loss and growth. The ongoing lie about 10 marriages needs to stop. There are four marriage certificates.'
The Citizen
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Lord of the Rings strikes again! The Engagement Adventure
Collecting engagement rings like Infinity Stones, Lebo M proves that love never dies. Just when we thought the drama of Piano-Gate had finally hit its last note, millionaire producer and Grammy-winning Lion King maestro, Lebohang 'Lebo M' Morake, is back on the charts, this time with a sparkling ring and a yacht in Dubai. The Return of the King (of Engagements) Yes, folks, the man whose love life rivals the complexity of a telenovela has popped the question again, marking what will be another engagement or walk down the aisle, depending on how you look at it. Move over, Tolkien — there's a new Lord of the Rings in town. Lebo M and his rekindled flame, to FreesTabe born beauty Malefu 'Mel' Ntsala, were all smiles and sea breeze as they posed stylishly on a luxury yacht in Dubai. With Mel flaunting a glittering engagement ring and Lebo M dropping poetic captions, the couple looked every bit the part of Instagram's power pair. 'The day we stop believing in love and possibilities is when we stop dreaming. Very grateful to find my dream come true and begin this new chapter,' wrote Lebo in a heartfelt post. Let's be honest, when your 'new chapter' includes yacht pics, Dubai sunsets, and a diamond ring you can probably see from space, we're all reading with popcorn. ALSO READ: Kelvin Momo releases album amid speculation about his involvement at this year's Redbull Symphonic From breakups to boat trips: the Mel and Lebo M saga Malefu 'Mel' Ntsala. Picture: X The road to this engagement hasn't exactly been a Disney fairytale. Lebo M and Mel were reportedly previously engaged in 2018, but their love ship hit a reef when he decided to marry someone else. That someone was Pretty Samuels, a union that, much like a badly written sequel, ended in a dramatic split just months ago. Piano gate LeboM and ex-wife Pretty Samuels. Picture: X The feud between Grammy-winning composer Lebo M and his ex-wife, Pretty Samuels, has intensified with the mysterious disappearance of a valuable Blüthner grand piano. Lebo M, whose real name is Lebohang Morake, accuses Samuels of stealing and selling the instrument on the black market, which has reignited tensions from their contentious divorce in 2024. The situation escalated on 31 March when Lebo M's associate producer, Khanyi Serakoeng, discovered the piano missing while preparing for an upcoming concert with renowned composer Hans Zimmer at Cape Town's Grand West Arena on 18 April. Fast-forward to 2025, and the producer is now firmly back in Mel's arms and clearly on cloud nine. Or at least on deck nine of a super yacht. ALSO READ: Lebo M divorce latest: 'I fear for my life and that of my children' Many rings to rule them all Lebo M and ex wife Angela. Picture: X If there were awards for Most Determined Romantic, Lebo M would've snatched the Oscar years ago. His resilience in love, despite the public scrutiny, media frenzies, and occasional piano scandals, is both bewildering and oddly inspiring. Past wives include: Viveca Gipson Nandi Ndlovu Angela Ngani-Casara (twice!) Engagements with actress Zoe Mthiyane and others As one fan cheekily put it on X: 'At this point, Lebo M should be giving masterclasses in moving on.' Fans: From cheers to curious side-eyes Social media, of course, has had a field day. While some fans are raising their glasses in support, others are raising eyebrows in disbelief. Yet, amid all the noise, one thing's clear — the man's got a type: smart, classy, and stunningly beautiful. And let's face it, he's got a good jeweller on speed dial.
The South African
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
'Grateful to have fulfilled my dream': Lebo M gets engaged again
Music composer Lebo Morake, popularly known as Lebo M, is preparing to tie the knot once again—this time with his longtime partner, Malefu Ntsala. The Lion King composer proves that he still believes in love despite having been married four times before. He proposed to Malefu over the weekend during a dreamy engagement in Dubai, and the couple shared the exciting news on Instagram. 'The day we stop believing in love and possibilities is the day we stop dreaming. Absolutely grateful to have fulfilled my dream & begin this new chapter with you. Love always,' wrote Lebo. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lebo M Morake (@thereallebo_m) Many flooded the post with congratulatory messages, celebrating the couple on their engagement. Their romance was rekindled after a previous split. According to reports, the pair got engaged in 2020 and called it quits. This is after Lebo went back to his ex-wife Anela Ngani-Casara whom he had married twice. Although ZiMoja reported in 2024 that the couple had rekindled their romance, the acclaimed producer initially denied the claims. This came after he posted a photo on social media showing a woman's feet resting on his lap during a tour in Spain and Portugal, which sparked speculation. When questioned, Lebo M downplayed the photo, insisting it meant nothing and stating: 'I am single and currently enjoying my life.' 'There is nothing there, she is a colleague…Nothing there. If I was back in the dating game, I wouldn't have a problem confirming phela, I've been 'single' since July 2023,' he added. However, a source close to the situation revealed that the woman in the picture is indeed Lebo M's former fiancée. According to the source, the two had previously been engaged but parted ways due to Lebo's continued involvement with his ex-wife, Angela. 'They dated a few years ago and even got engaged but they broke up as Lebo was entertaining his ex-wife Angela. The woman could not take it and broke it off, but there was never bad blood between them. The woman just wanted him to get over his ex,' the source said. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON LEBO'S UPCOMING WEDDING? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
News24
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
ICYMI: The king of love Lebo M rekindles romance with ex-partner Mel Ntsala
As the old saying goes, second time's the charm. Love knows no bounds as ex-lovers rekindle their relationship. Legendary South African businessman, composer, arranger and Lion King producer, Lebohang Morake popularly known as Lebo M, has found love again as he reignited a flame with a long-lost lover, Malefu 'Mel' Ntsala. Read more | 'I acknowledge my part in the chaos' – Nonku Williams quits RHOD The two had a messy breakup in the past, but it seems they've patched things up. Lebo, took to Instagram to reveal the news of their engagement as the two got engaged in a private affair in Dubai on Friday, this after Lebo's divorce from his now estranged ex-wife, Pretty Samuels. The post was accompanied by a candid caption suggesting that he would never give up on love. 'The day we stop believing in love and possibilities, is the day we stop dreaming. Absolutely grateful to have fulfilled my dream & begin this new chapter with you. Love always,' reads the caption. Many fans and industry artists alike flooded the comments section to congratulate the two love birds and wished them well on their future. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lebo M Morake (@thereallebo_m)
