Every preacher’s biggest fear is having their child or children end up in the showbiz world. Instead of following their parents’ footsteps, these celebs exchanged the church life for the flashing lights as they followed their passions in showbiz. Check out SA celebs you didn’t know are preacher’s kids.

1. Babes Wodumo

Babes Wodumo


THE ‘Wololo’ hitmakeris the daughter of Bishop Simelane, who is a KZN-based church leader.



2. Simphiwe Ngema

Simphiwe Ngema


Her parents are the founders of Zuurberkom church in west of Johannesburg.


3. Khaya Mthetwa

Khaya Mthetwa


Khaya’s father is a Reverend at the Oasis Church in Umlazi, Durban.



4. Oros Mampofu

Oros Mampofu


Oros’ parents are the church leaders of the 12 Apostles Church in Christ.



5. Natasha Thahane

Natasha Thahane


Natasha Thahane’s parents are not preachers but she is the granddaughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

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