Babes Wodumo, real name Bongekile Simelane, was left shocked after discovering a picture of a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her late husband, Mandla “Mampintsha” Maphumulo. The sight of the doppelgänger sparked an emotional reaction from the musician, who shared her thoughts with her fans on social media.
Babes Wodumo Reacts to the Resemblance
It has been two years since the death of legendary musician Mampintsha, who passed away on December 24, 2022, due to a stroke. However, his memory remains alive in the heart of his wife, Babes Wodumo. Recently, she came across an image of a man who looks strikingly similar to the late star.
The picture shows the lookalike sitting in a pedal boat alongside a woman. Babes Wodumo took to Instagram to share the photo with her followers, captioning it, “Ngaze ngathuka,” which translates to “I am shocked.”
## Social Media Reacts
Fans and followers of Babes Wodumo flooded the post with their reactions, expressing their amazement at the resemblance.https://www.instagram.com/p/DDzpaM9oVTl/?img_index=1&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
One user, @andiswa6617siwela, commented: “If I didn’t read the caption, I would believe he’s the one. Yhoooo haysana, Father God.”
Another follower, @special_child, joked, “He didn’t die because he wanted to date a white girl.”
Meanwhile, @vanz_24k added a heartfelt perspective, saying, “It’s his doppelgänger. We all have one. You just happened to see it because you are longing to be with him.”
## Keeping Mampintsha’s Memory Alive
Babes Wodumo continues to cherish the memories she shared with her late husband, referring to him as her soulmate. On Valentine’s Day earlier this year, she honored his memory by sharing a video of their favorite moments together.
In an emotional post, she expressed her gratitude for the journey they shared, saying, “As young as I was when we met, thank you, Father God, for allowing me to find my soulmate at such a young age. What a journey it was, sthandwa sam [my love].”
She assured her late husband that their families—the Maphumulo and Simelane clans—are being well taken care of. “Lapho ukhona [wherever you are], I assure you that the Maphumulos and Simelanes are well taken care of. I love you,” she added.
## A Reflection on Love and Loss
The image of Mampintsha’s lookalike has sparked conversations about love, grief, and the impact of seeing someone who reminds us of those we’ve lost. For Babes Wodumo, it was a poignant reminder of her late husband, whom she continues to honor and remember.
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