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Absolutely Alluring: Ayanda Thabethe

TV personality and BONA July cover star, Ayanda Thabethe’s success has been more than 10 years in the making. Even though she’s reached unimaginable heights in multiple fields, Ayanda believes she still has so much talent and potential to share with the world.

‘I thrive on my ability to constantly evolve and push myself having worked in four different industries over the course of my career’, the go-getter shares. She has come full-circle as she transitioned from brand manager into a brand herself. And today, she is celebrated for her truly unmatched multi-disciplinary abilities, as her career and legacy constantly evolves.

The show stopping Ayanda stops by for an intimate interview with BONA and she shares humourous moments with us. Take a look at the below to share-in on the exuberant fun we had behind-the-scenes.

 

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Who would you want on your Celebrity Game Night dream team?
Jason Bateman, Elon Musk, and Ellen Degeneres.

What is your most embarrassing childhood memory?
Having tapeworms coming out of my panties at the bus stop in primary school.

What’s the weirdest thing a fan has ever done for you?
Cry for me at a store. Weird, but very sweet

What’s the most interesting thing you’ve read this week?
‘Tomorrow will be the first sunrise of the rest of your life – make it what you want.’ — Elon Musk

What would be a good theme song for your life?
‘Mercy Said No’ by Cece Winans

What is your biggest pet peeve?
Hearing someone chew loudly

What’s your annoying habit?
Sitting in the car for a long time before getting into the house.

What’s your biggest or wildest fear?
Having a snake come out of the toilet and eat my insides.

For the full read and to find out more about Ayanda Thabethe’s love, motherhood and new adventures, get the BONA July issue in stores today.

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