Mama Joy Chauke, the beloved South African sports fan, has officially tied the knot with her French partner, Nicolas Pitaud. The couple, who have affectionately nicknamed each other “Mama Joy” and “Papa Joy,” celebrated their love with a traditional wedding ceremony, marking a beautiful chapter in their lives. At 50 years old, both Mama Joy and Nicolas are embracing their second chance at love.
### A Rugby World Cup Love Story
The love story between Mama Joy and Nicolas began during the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, where the couple first met. Since then, their romance has blossomed into a beautiful partnership. Last weekend, Nicolas flew to South Africa, where he treated Mama Joy to a surprise trip to Cape Town. Together, they watched a thrilling rugby match between the Springboks and the All Blacks, and it was here that Nicolas popped the question in a romantic proposal.https://x.com/JoyChauke5/status/1834972827176272275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1834972827176272275%7Ctwgr%5E1e83c9fe1dc16baa569fe61ffbc5c2b90cf83bb6%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesouthafrican.com%2Flifestyle%2Fceleb-news%2Flocal-celebs%2Fmama-joy-chauke-husband-wedding-nicolas-pitaud-latest%2F
### Mama Joy’s Traditional Wedding
Just days after announcing their engagement, the couple wasted no time in solidifying their commitment. Mama Joy and Nicolas, now fondly known as “Papa Joy,” exchanged vows in a traditional wedding ceremony. On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Mama Joy proudly updated her followers, introducing herself as “Mrs. Mama Joy Pitaud, not Chauke.” This change in name symbolizes her new chapter with Nicolas, as the couple begins their married life together.
Mama Joy’s social media has been filled with joyful moments from her wedding celebrations. She posted pictures with her new husband, showcasing their love and happiness. Their followers have flooded the comment sections with congratulatory messages, celebrating Mama Joy’s newfound happiness.https://x.com/JoyChauke5/status/1835007594085158921?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1835007594085158921%7Ctwgr%5E822f437cee3ce369f1c8fe82a35f905f36fd31f5%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesouthafrican.com%2Flifestyle%2Fceleb-news%2Flocal-celebs%2Fmama-joy-chauke-husband-wedding-nicolas-pitaud-latest%2F
### A Family Affair
Before the wedding, Mama Joy made sure that her new husband was welcomed by her family. She took Nicolas to her home in Limpopo, where he met her mother and received her blessing. Sharing the heartwarming moment online, Mama Joy posted a picture of Nicolas and her mother, captioned, “Papa Joy meeting my Mom. Love lives here.” This symbolic moment was a testament to the deep connection the couple shares with their families.
In return, Mama Joy visited France earlier in the year and was warmly welcomed by Nicolas’ family. Her mother-in-law proudly accepted her, even gifting her a gold ring as a symbol of her approval. Nicolas also had the chance to meet one of Mama Joy’s sons, who has given the relationship his blessing.
### Who Is Nicolas ‘Papa Joy’ Pitaud?
Nicolas Pitaud, Mama Joy’s new husband, is a train controller for SNCF, the national railway company of France. Mama Joy has shared numerous pictures of Nicolas at work, showing her pride in his profession. Though little is known about Mama Joy’s previous relationships, her current union with Nicolas has sparked widespread interest and support from her fans.
### Future Plans: Will Mama Joy Move to France?
With her recent marriage to Nicolas, fans have been speculating about the couple’s future plans. Many are curious to know whether Mama Joy will relocate to France to live with her new husband, or if Nicolas will make the move to South Africa. While the couple has yet to reveal their decision, one thing is certain: their love story has captured the hearts of many.
Mama Joy, who is also a mother to two sons, Chad and Kelvin, and a grandmother to her granddaughter Xila, seems to be basking in the joy of her new marriage. Fans eagerly await updates on the couple’s next steps, wondering if this marks the beginning of a new life for Mama Joy in Europe.
For now, Mama Joy and Papa Joy are enjoying their union, and their love story continues to inspire many who believe in second chances at happiness.