Denise Zimba Rises Above Custody Pain With Powerful Message for Her 2 Daughters
- Denise Zimba posted a moving message on X after a gym video showed her breaking down in tears amid her custody battle
- The actress's two daughters currently live in Germany with ex-husband Jakob Schlichtig following court proceedings
- Mzansi rallied behind Denise after the clip of her crying mid-workout spread widely across social media
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South African actress and media personality Denise Zimba has sent a powerful message to her two daughters after a raw, emotional moment at the gym went viral. The clip showed her fighting back tears mid-workout, and her response to the public attention was as dignified as it was heartfelt.
The custody battle behind the tears
On 2 September 2026, Zimba took to X to address the moment and speak directly to her girls.
"And so I rise nonetheless... I want my girls to be able to look back and say 'oh she did that', coz I am my Lovies. Mama loves you so much!" she wrote, adding the hashtags #willhaveyoubackoneday and #toGODbetheglory.
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The post comes during one of the most difficult chapters of Denise's life. Her two daughters are currently residing in Germany with her ex-husband, Jakob Schlichtig, after the court awarded him full custody. The situation has unfolded in full public view, drawing widespread sympathy from South Africans who have followed the former V-Entertainment star's journey closely.
The gym video, which was reshared on X by user @MsHlayisani24, captured Denise visibly struggling to hold herself together before wiping away tears. For many viewers, it was an unguarded glimpse into the private pain behind her public composure.
The star had another message to people about allowing the truth to prevail: "One day I will tell my story … Now is not the time … to those who think what you see in writing are all facts … well …I have never shied away from the truth, even when it’s ugly and embarrassing. Never."
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**Mzansi Sends Love to Denise**
Despite the weight of the situation, Mzansi showed up for her. Fans flooded the comments with warmth and encouragement.
@MsAlexina1 wrote: "Sending you a big hug my lady even thou I dont know you but I feel you sister 💖💜💕🥰"
@michellemodika offered reassurance: "Bana ba a gola, you'll meet them one day. 🙏"
@NelaYo_G simply sent two red hearts: "❤️❤️"
Denise's refusal to be defined by her heartbreak clearly resonated with followers, many of whom praised her resilience in the face of a situation that would break most people. Her message, though addressed to her daughters, landed as an anthem for anyone quietly fighting a battle the world may not fully see.
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