Celebrating love and heritage: Zozibini Tunzi on her marriage and Xhosa identity

Former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, recently offered fans a look into her life and marriage upon her return to a South African talent agency.

The beauty queen was asked what keeps her grounded as a village girl since her career is evolving and growing, and she shared that being connected to her Xhosa roots is what helps her.

“Grounding is a very easy thing for me. I think we mentioned the village, which is a huge part of who I am. 

“It’s just principles that I have been brought up with, and I have an incredible family who reminds me all the time where I come from and to always be grounded and humble in that sense,” Tunzi said.

She added that going home all the time in the Eastern Cape and being connected to her roots is an important aspect for her that keeps her grounded.

Tunzi tied the knot to her childhood best friend, Luthando Bolwana, in a lavish private ceremony in March.

She dazzled in an elegant off-the-shoulder gown, intricately adorned with 3D embroidery, a creation by Vietnamese fashion designer Phan Huy.

Tunzi revealed for the first time in public how life has been since she exchanged nuptials with Bolwana in Cape Town.

“Oh, it’s been so wonderful. I mean, it's been five seconds of being a wife, but it has been absolutely amazing. And once again, it’s another personal journey. And being able to do it with someone who has been my best friend for so many, many years. 

“And now we’re in this chapter of our lives that we get to share together, and we get to build. It’s just been so beautiful, and I’ve been so happy to receive all the love, you know, from South Africa as well, who have always supported me with everything that I do,” the 31-year-old revealed excitedly.

Tunzi is very private about her personal matters on social media and stunned fans after sharing her wedding pictures on Instagram.