Emtee Clarifies Why He Cut His Signature Dreadlocks After Divorce Rumours: “A New Chapter”
- Emtee set the record straight on why he had a haircut, revealing the personal significance behind cutting his signature dreadlocks
- The rapper thanked his family and fans for their support during a challenging time amid his divorce from Nicole Chinsamy
- Fans shared mixed reactions online following the award-winning musician's lengthy statement
- A hairstylist shared with Briefly News what this might mean from a hairstylists perspective
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Popular rapper Emtee clarified why he cut his signature dreadlocks, ending days of speculation and online discussion. His current clarification marks a major U-turn from his earlier alleged explanation while responding to a curious fan.
Emtee previously confirmed that he is single and ready to mingle, and shortly afterwards, a video of a barber man cutting his signature dreads did the rounds online. While he previously linked the act to a past altercation with his estranged wife and baby mama, Nicole Chinsamy, the We Up rapper has made a major U-turn. He claims that cutting his dreads carries a personal, deeper meaning.
Emtee explains why he cut his dreadlocks
On Wednesday, 10 June 2026, Emtee took to his official Instagram account and addressed the matter in a statement. He expressed gratitude to his family and fans for standing by him during a difficult period in his life.
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“I, Mthebeni Ndevu, professionally known as Emtee The Hustler, would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to my parents, my brother and sister, my supporters, and everyone who continues to stand by me. Your love, prayers, encouragement, and unwavering loyalty mean more than words can express,” part of the statement reads.
He went on to explain that the haircut was a deliberate decision symbolising transformation and renewal, rather than a reaction to his divorce from Nicole Chinsamy.
“This past weekend, on 6 June 2026, I made a personal decision to embrace change and begin a new chapter by getting a fresh haircut. While it may seem like a simple change, it represents growth, renewal, and a positive outlook for the journey ahead. This moment marks a fresh start, renewed focus, and a commitment to moving forward with purpose and determination,” the statement further reads.
Read the full statement below:
Briefly News got in touch with a trusted hairstylist, Vicky Eghan, who shared why getting a fresh cut holds so much meaning to people.
"Many of my clients often speak about starting a fresh. So they feel as though if they have a do-over, their hair should reflect that. It is also a way for some people to grow their hair more healthily, because if they have a lot of stress, it shows in the hair."
Fans react after Emtee explains why he cut his deadlocks
After blogger RAP-KULTURE ZA reshared the statement on its official X account, netizens weighed in with mixed reactions.
Here are some of the comments:
@PulseOnlineInfo criticised:
"He released a statement to tell us he cut his hair 🙄"
@MocRenate_SA mocked:
"This is the 7th New Chapter😭Bro must stop playing with people's time and attention."
@BoyEnter_ remarked:
"For the first time, he looks totally clean. 100% clean. I love this new look for him 👌"
@blondilocs laughed:
"First person in my bloodline to see a press statement for a haircut 😂"
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Emtee cries for help amid messy divorce
Meanwhile, Briefly News previously reported that Emtee shared an emotional plea amid the finalisation of his divorce from Nicole Chinsamy.
In a statement shared on his Instagram account, the rapper also made serious allegations against his estranged wife, sparking mixed reactions.
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