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Johannesburg, South Africa (Al Jazeera) — Media personality Lasizwe Dambuza has finally addressed the end of his once-close friendship with actor Cedric Fourie, revealing on his YouTube show that he’s cut ties and won’t collaborate again.
The revelation, shared during a candid chat with guest Norma Mngoma, stems from a lesson learned the hard way: “Never mix your friends.” The pair’s bond, which sparked romance rumors in 2019, faded after Cedric’s exit from Lasizwe’s reality show, leaving fans wondering what went wrong. As Lasizwe, 27, opens up, Mzansi reflects on the blurred lines between friendship, fame, and personal boundaries.
The drama dates back to 2019, when Lasizwe’s MTV reality series Fake It Till You Make It introduced Cedric, known for roles in Skeem Saam and Durban Gen, as a cast member. Their on-screen chemistry—playful antics and shared travels—ignited speculation of a secret relationship. Lasizwe teased the idea in episodes, saying “We are something,” while Cedric clarified they were just friends.
Off-camera, their outings to events and trips, like one to Zimbabwe, fueled the buzz, with fans dubbing them Mzansi’s “friendship goals.” But by 2020, posts together stopped, and Cedric was absent from the show’s second season. Lasizwe hinted at tension then, telling ZAlebs, “It all ended in tears,” without specifics.
Fast-forward to September 6, 2021—though echoes linger in 2025 discussions—the latest episode of Lasizwe’s Drink or Tell the Truth brought closure. Norma Mngoma posed: “From the people you’ve worked with, who is one person you never wish to work with again and why?” Lasizwe’s blunt reply: “Cedric. I don’t want to work with Cedric again.”
Pressed for details, he explained: “Cedric and I were really good friends. The reason is that I think where I got it all wrong was when I started mixing people with him. That’s why I learned in life, never mix your friends because they are friends with you for a reason. The other fulfills a certain purpose, and the other also fulfills a certain purpose. Never mix that.” Norma, visibly surprised, probed further, but Lasizwe kept it light, emphasizing boundaries over betrayal.
The confession resurfaced old rumors, with social media users on X (formerly Twitter) speculating about jealousy or romantic fallout. Posts from 2024-2025, like one from @THendrix777 asking Cedric, “Is he still dating Lasizwe?” and another from @BrunoDaKingKong calling him “LaSizwe’s ex,” show the narrative persists. Cedric, 40, has stayed silent, focusing on his career—recently posting about business studies and fitness—while Lasizwe, thriving with over 1 million YouTube subscribers, has moved on, collaborating with stars like DJ Zinhle.
Lasizwe’s openness aligns with his advocacy for LGBTQ+ visibility, coming out at 15 and navigating hate. In a 2021 Answers Africa profile, he addressed the Cedric rumors directly: “It’s confirmed that Lasizwe is not in a relationship with Cedric Fourie.” Their split, as Lasizwe now frames it, was about protecting personal circles amid fame’s chaos. Fans appreciate the maturity, with @SSiTVSA tweeting in 2024: “Lehasa from #SkeemSaam AKA Cedric Fourie and Lasizwe proudly lovers | Yoh 😍,” though it’s clear the “lovers” label was always speculative.
In Mzansi’s gossip-fueled entertainment scene, Lasizwe’s tea-spilling episode has reignited interest in their story. As he builds his empire—YouTube, music, and endorsements—the lesson resonates: In the industry, friendships are fragile, and mixing them can lead to heartbreak. Will Cedric respond, or has time truly healed this rift? For now, Lasizwe’s moving forward, one unfiltered truth at a time.
