A New Photo That Started a Buzz
Businessman Jordan Cohen, who was once engaged to media personality Pearl Modiadie, recently shared photos of himself with a new girlfriend. While his post was meant to celebrate love, what caught the eye of South Africans online was the striking resemblance many felt she had to Pearl. Almost instantly, comments like “he’s got a type” began to flood in.
Cohen posted the pictures with a caption thanking his new partner for bringing him joy and showing him love. Instead of just warm congratulations, his followers noticed similarities in appearance, style, and presence. This observation quickly turned his personal moment into a trending conversation.
Social Media Weighs In
Mzansi rarely keeps quiet on matters of the heart, especially when celebrities are involved. Under Cohen’s photos, people shared mixed reactions. Some wished the couple happiness, saying he deserved to move on. Others laughed off the similarities, posting side-by-side comparisons of Pearl and the new girlfriend.
Not all comments were light-hearted, though. A portion of the public questioned why it seems normal to reduce women to “types,” arguing that these comparisons take away from individuality. Still, the phrase “he’s got a type” trended across platforms, showing just how much attention one post can generate.
Looking Back: Pearl and Jordan
Pearl Modiadie is no stranger to being in the spotlight. Known for her career as a TV and radio host, she has long balanced work with public attention on her relationships. Her engagement to Cohen was covered widely, and earlier this year she removed photos of him from her platforms, signalling the split.
When Cohen resurfaced online with a new partner, people naturally drew connections. For some, it showed that people often gravitate towards familiar traits in relationships. For others, it sparked a conversation about how exes are constantly compared, especially when one of them is a celebrity.
He has a type https://t.co/7mJr06POx1
— Luna M (@tiredfeminist_) September 19, 2025
Why This Story Hit Home
South Africans relate to celebrity romances not just for the drama but because they mirror real-life questions about moving on, choosing partners, and finding patterns in who we love. When the public points out similarities between exes and new partners, it reflects a mix of curiosity and projection.
The story also reveals something about our culture of visibility. Once private lives are shared online, the audience feels entitled to comment, compare, and even critique. For Cohen and his new partner, this means their relationship starts in a spotlight rather than in quiet privacy.
He went and got himself a TEMU version pic.twitter.com/9YocyuFFmn
— Sunny!! Lesomo🇿🇦 (@lesomo_sunny) September 20, 2025
Silence from Pearl
So far, Pearl Modiadie has not responded to the chatter. She has chosen not to comment publicly on her ex-fiancé’s relationship or the comparisons being made. That silence leaves space for speculation but also shows a boundary she may be drawing between her personal life and her public persona.
Whether she will eventually respond or continue focusing on her own projects, Pearl’s name is once again circulating, proof of her ongoing relevance in South African pop culture.
Source: Briefly News
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