“As Long as You’re Happy”: Woman Shares Reasons for Marrying an Older Man, SA Reacts
- A woman from rural KZN shared a video defending her marriage to an older man, responding to the negative comments and opinions of others
- Her video was shared on the video streaming platform, TikTok, where it went viral, garnering thousands of comments from viewers
- Social media users had a mix of opinions, with many advising her to do what makes her happy, while others were shocked by the visible age difference
Source: TikTok
A younger woman from KwaZulu-Natal captured the attention of social media users with a viral video defending her marriage to a respected local reverend.
The clip, shared on TikTok by @indabenkulu, garnered 1.3M views, 74K likes, and 6.9K likes from an online community that shared mixed opinions.
The glowing newlywed from rural KZN started her video by saying that people should do what works for them and not question her decision. She said no one forced her to marry her older husband, adding that her age mates did not do anything for her, but the old man did much and made her feel important.
The wife defends her marriage
The woman said those who would not marry older men should speak for themselves, as she is happy with her decision. She noted that she did not care whether he had money or not, saying the treatment was better with an older man. She finished by expressing that she loves her husband and that he loves her too, adding that she was satisfied with everything.
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Source: TikTok
SA reacts with excitement and shock
The comments section was filled with reactions from social media users who had mixed reviews. Many told the woman to do what made her happy, adding that there was no formula when it comes to love. Some were shocked by the evident age difference, but also noted how the younger men were still out there, not ready to settle down.
Others advised the new Mrs to ignore negative comments, saying people always have something to say about other people's business. The post served as a reminder that love knows no age and that a person should do what makes them happy, no matter what other people say.
User @kholly said:
"Kunjalo nje sisi, iqiniso lelo. As long as you're happy. Mina nje ngijabule kanye nawe, ungabanaki laba abahlezi bekhuluma, bokhuluma baze bayeke (I'm celebrating with you, ignore these with a lot to say, they will speak until they get tired)."
User @Asanda Mbhatha shared:
"Musa ukuchaza (don't explain yourself), mama."
User @Wendy Daniel's teased:
"As long as kune title deed, ku right mntaka mha (my sister)."
User @Mabubu commented
"Yoh, Ngaze Ngakuthanda Mrs Mlungwane ontanga yethu abasenzelanga lutho basizalisa basishiya (I love you for telling the truth, our agemates have not done anything for us. They gave us babies, and left us). Big up sthandwa sami (my love) 🥰❤."
User @Tyrah🇿🇦 said:
"I am so happy with Rev Mlungwana."
User @#TshepangOna shared:
"If you are happy, who are we to judge and talk badly 🥰? All the best."
Watch the TikTok video below:
3 Briefly News articles about relationship age gaps
- A 30-year-old woman bragged about her relationship with a man twice her age and showed their cosy moment together, causing a stir on social media.
- A woman, married since 2013, celebrated her 9th wedding anniversary with her much older husband, sharing beautiful moments from their wedding day.
- A 64-year-old woman married a 44-year-old man in a lavish wedding and shared that she loved that he respects her and is not bothered by their age difference, and Mzansi wished them well.
Source: Briefly News
