“That Video Won Our Hearts”: Grandson’s Viral Video Entertaining His Gogo Makes It Onto TV, SA Moved

“That Video Won Our Hearts”: Grandson’s Viral Video Entertaining His Gogo Makes It Onto TV, SA Moved

  • A local young man and his grandmother have become national sensations after their heartwarming home video was featured on a major breakfast show
  • The clip appeared on TikTok, showing a talented grandson entertaining his gogo with a hilarious impression of a radio presenter
  • Social media users were deeply moved by the bond between the pair and called for the talented young man to be given a professional radio slot

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The heartwarming home video was featured on SABC 2, where presenters praised the priceless family bond
A young man and his gogo appeared on TV for a video he shared on TikTok that touched many hearts. Image: @realkennymcvital
Source: TikTok

A nostalgic family moment transitioned from social media to national television, capturing the hearts of many viewers.

The video was posted on TikTok by @realkennymcvital on January 20 2026, where it gained massive views along with significant engagement from an inspired online community.

Kenny and gogo’s video was featured by SABC news presenters Leanne Manas and Sakina Kamwendo on the breakfast show, Morning Live, on SABC 2. The presenters shared a light-hearted moment, which showed Kenny entertaining his grandmother at their home. They were listening to an instrumental jazz track popularly played on Lesedi FM when the young man began interjecting over the music in the exact style of a professional radio hosts. His performance sent his gogo rolling on the floor with laughter.

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Kenny mimics Lesedi FM presenters to entertain gogo

The two TV presenters noted how priceless the moment was before ending their slot. Gogo was amazed to see herself on television and showed her amusement as TikTok user @realkennymcvital asked her about being in the news. The grandmother's reaction to her own television debut added another layer of sweetness to the viral story.

Others fell in love with the grandmother and celebrated the beautiful relationship she shares with her grandson
Many viewers called for Kenny to be hired by a radio station after seeing his impressive talent. Image: @realkennymcvital
Source: TikTok

SA loves the gogo of the nation and her talented grandson

The clip gained 602K views, 80K likes, and over 1.4K comments from an online community that reacted with overwhelming love for the duo. Many viewers highlighted Kenny's talent and noted that he deserved a slot on the Bloemfontein-based radio station. Some called the grandmother the gogo of the nation and pointed out how her face lights up whenever she looks at her grandson. Others mentioned that the bond between them is a beautiful example of family love and respect. There were some who noted that the imitation was so accurate it brought back nostalgic memories of listening to the radio with their own elders.

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User @Tlakzi shared:

"Guys, let's vote for Kenny to work at Lesedi FM, please. He is talented, please. Lesedi FM, what do you think of Kenny?

User @mapule

"He really deserves a slot at Lesedi FM🤞😂."

User @Thabo Tbos

"That video won our hearts 🙏."

User @MC Megacy

"No amount of money could buy that moment🥺❤️."

User @Sonwabo Madikiza shared:

"You’re too cool, bro❤️."

User @BetYouDidnt said:

"Magogo loves you so much. Whenever you look at her, she just smiles🥰."

Watch the TikTok video below:

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Bongiwe Mati (Human Interest Editor) Bongiwe Mati is a Human Interest reporter who joined Briefly News in August 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Her journalism journey began in 2005 at the university newspaper. She later transitioned to marketing and sales at Leadership Magazine under Cape Media (2007-2009). In 2023, she joined BONA magazine as an Editorial Assistant, contributing to digital and print platforms across current news, entertainment, and human interest categories. Bongiwe can be reached at bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za

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