South African celebrity couple Anele Mdoda and Xhosa prince Bonelela "Buzza James" Mgudlwa have shared their enduring love story, which began when they were 16 years old. The couple, who got married last year, will have their journey featured in Netflix's four-part wedding docu-soap, Stars and Vows: Anele & Buzza, premiering on Friday. In an interview with The Sowetan, the couple reflected on their whirlwind romance and their hopes for the future.
Anele Mdoda revealed that she was smitten with Buzza from a young age and always believed they would end up together. The couple's love story was marked by intense phone conversations, with Anele recalling that they would speak for four hours at a time, much to their parents' dismay. Buzza also confessed that he was madly in love with Anele and always knew she was the one for him.
The couple's relationship was not without its challenges, with breakups and reconnections along the way. Anele explained that they would often find themselves at each other's parties, even after parting ways. It wasn't until their mid-20s that they acknowledged they were broken up. However, their love for each other endured, and they eventually got married.
Comparing their love then to what they share today, Buzza said that the "fires are still burning." He adores Anele and believes that their love has not changed. Anele noted that the biggest difference is that they have become wiser and more mature, with a deeper understanding of what they want in life. They are also mindful of their future and the responsibilities that come with having children.
Buzza revealed that Anele has gifted him several love songs over the years, including one composed in 2024 that holds special meaning for their relationship. The song speaks about being chosen, which resonates with their journey of continually choosing each other. Anele and Buzza have chosen to be good friends, support each other, and build a life together.
The couple recalled the moment they finally realised they wanted to spend the rest of their lives together. It was on Anele's 40th birthday, when they had a heart-to-heart conversation that made them realise they were wasting time. They decided to make a commitment to each other and start a new chapter in their lives.
Looking to the future, Anele expressed her desire to have a baby with Buzza. The couple is excited about starting a family and is even praying about it. They recently returned from Norway, where they spent 12 days chasing the Northern Lights and hoping to inspire some Viking energy. Ultimately, they hope their marriage will be an inspiration to their future children.
Key points
- The couple's love story began when they were 16 years old and has endured despite breakups and reconnections.
- Anele and Buzza have chosen to build a life together and are now looking to start a family.
- Their love story will be featured in Netflix's Stars and Vows: Anele & Buzza, a four-part wedding docu-soap.
