YOU South Africa Magazine - 1 May 2025

In this issue

In this issue of YOU: Solo J Lo - I've finally learnt my lesson - Four divorces later Jen turns her back on romance – and is determined to stay single for a while this time; Suicide tragedy - Parents’ R61m court case after alleged school abuse; Rare syndrome shocker - Woman’s harrowing story of life with a face-melting condition; Table Mountain horror fall - Cape Town mom’s quest to give back to her rescuers after 20m plunge and Michelle Williams - I've got all these kids - How could I take on a role with so much sex?

GAYLE BLASTS OFF

Media personality defends space trip

1 min

MILLION-DOLLAR BABY

Tesla titan offered baby mama a fortune for silence

1 min

I'VE LEARNT MY LESSON

After her fourth divorce Jennnifer Lopez is back on her feet, back in the spotlight and ready for some me-time

5 mins

JUSTICE FOR JULIO

The Mordohs are resolute in their fight for their son, who killed himself after allegedly being sexually abused by a teacher at St John's College

6 mins

IF I CAN YOU CAN

Gillian has a rare syndrome that affects her face but she doesn't want your pity - instead she's on a mission to raise awareness, educate others and inspire positivity

4 mins

FOOL ME ONCE

The reverend denied it when she told the congregation about their affair. It was humiliating but she's held her head high and wants other women to speak out too

4 mins

MARATHON MAN

Ipeleng Khunou hasn't let a disability get in the way of his running dreams - and he's ready to take on the big races

4 mins

BLIND FAITH

When this couple discovered three of their children had a condition that would cause them to lose their sight, they made a bucket list. They wanted their kids to see the world before it was too late. Now their incredible road trip is being shared in a poignant TV documentary

8 mins

THE AGONY OF NOT KNOWING

Six years ago her son went missing while abroad – she's since lost her job and her health has deteriorated as she desperately hopes he will be found alive.

4 mins

MY FALL.MY FIGHT!

She almost died in a horrific plunge on Table Mountain -now Tania Morkel is on a punishing mission to raise funds for the heroes who saved her life

5 mins

NOW I'M FREE

Rory McIlroy has exorcised his demons by winning the elusive Masters championship

5 mins

ERIC'S UPHILL BATTLE

He's overcome depression, substance abuse and the breakdown of his marriage. Now actor Eric Dane faces a new challenge – an incurable, life-threatening disease

4 mins

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