“Bonang Matheba Looks Old”? Social Media Comes For Ageist Trolls

Bonang Matheba didn’t bother anybody — but somehow, people found a way to come for her.

The media darling showed up and showed off at the Brutal Fruit Spritzer Pink Table event, looking like the superstar she is. But instead of celebrating her, some fans on social media decided to pick her apart — this time saying she’s “looking old” at 37.

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The Event That Got the Streets Talking

Bonang was recently spotted hosting the Brutal Fruit Spritzer Pink Table — an all-girls, all-glam affair celebrating sisterhood and beauty in all forms.

She showed up like she always does: flawless, poised, and the blueprint. From Ayanda Thabethe to Thembi Seete, the room was full of Mzansi’s finest, but Bonang? Still the main character.

Here’s a video of Bonang Matheba at Brutal Fruit Spritzer Pink Table:

But despite the glitz and good vibes, some users went rogue, making frankly misogynistic comments about her appearance.

“Did our girl lose weight or is she just getting old?” — a user asked, unprovoked.

Not on Bonang Matheba’s Watch! Fans Came With Receipts and Rage

The X streets weren’t having it. Loyal fans, feminists, and fed-up netizens clapped back hard:

@grootman001: “Bafethu come on yoh … Vele you guys pay so much attention into such?”

@auntydiski: “You know Bonang has never been fat… You weren’t passing a compliment. Grow up!”

@Nolundi_M: “She’s 37. At that age, she’s achieved more than people twice her age. She is beautiful and well-kept. More importantly, she is human.”

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@phutiphela: “She’s 37. She’s supposed to grow? Nirhwadi, man.”@nonitheoriginal: “That time y’all look older than Bonang yourselves. Bahlanya umtana bantu.”

@bonkers_bee: “Why do y’all see a need to comment on women’s appearance all the time?”

Many pointed out the double standards when it comes to how women in the public eye are treated — especially when it comes to age and appearance.

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