“Posting a Video Crying Over a Married Man Is Wild”: SA Drags Woman for Emotional Tribute

“Posting a Video Crying Over a Married Man Is Wild”: SA Drags Woman for Emotional Tribute

  • A woman's emotional tribute to a deceased man has sparked controversy online after it was revealed that he was allegedly married
  • The lady's heartfelt video, where she mourned the loss and shared memories of their time, has been met with both sympathy and criticism
  • The situation has fuelled heated debates around relationships, secrecy, and respect for the deceased's loved ones, with many questioning the nature of their relationship and the appropriateness of her public declaration

Bathong! Drama unfolded online as a woman sparked controversy after posting a highly emotional tribute to a man who has since been revealed to have been allegedly married.

A woman posted a video of herself crying over her alleged lover, a married man who passed away.
A woman got dragged on social media for mourning her alleged man, who was married. Image: amanda_zinhle2
Source: Instagram

In the video, which quickly gained traction on social media, the woman recorded herself crying while mourning his passing was identified as a socialite named Amanda Zinhle2. Alongside the various footage that was republished by Maphepha Ndaba on 2 September 2025 on Instagram, Amanda Zinhle2 wrote the following on her social media account.

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"Rest in peace, my love. My heart is shattered knowing you’re no longer here, but I’m so grateful for the time we shared. You were my best friend, my safe place, and the love of my life. I’ll carry your smile, your laugh, and your love with me forever. No matter where life takes me, a part of me will always belong to you. Until we meet again, my love, watch over me, and rest peacefully.”

While some sympathised with her pain, others were quick to drag her after learning that the man she was mourning was married. Many users questioned the nature of their relationship and accused her of disrespecting his family by making such a public declaration.

Others criticised the timing of her post, suggesting that grieving privately would have been more appropriate given the circumstances.

The video has since fuelled heated debates around relationships, secrecy, and respect for the deceased’s loved ones. Some argued that love stories are often complicated and not for outsiders to judge, while others insisted the woman’s actions were out of line.

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As the clip continues to circulate, the woman remains at the centre of public scrutiny, with the emotional tribute serving as both a display of love and a source of controversy.

SA reacts as woman mourns married man

Mzansi netizens were shocked as they took to the comments section to drag the woman, while some expressed their thoughts, saying:

king_ray106 said:

"Posting yourself crying for a married man is wild."

Palemjele wrote:

"Mina, as the wife, I would cremate him the next day, no service, no memorial service, book a vacation and therapy….Moferefere wadi katsi ofele."

Her Majesty X stated:

"Why record yourself crying, mourning someone? Is that even normal? You’re in a vulnerable state, mourning and decide “hey, let me record myself” Aii."

Siweh Bhiyoza commented:

"It's giving, how would I pay my rent, Car and maintain my lifestyle?"

Watch the video.

A woman was called out on social media for mourning her married alleged lover.
A woman shared a tribute to her alleged lover, a married man who passed away. Image: amanda_zinhle2
Source: Instagram

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Source: Briefly News

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za