Mihlali Ndamase breaks her silence about ‘toxic relationship’ with Leeroy Sidambe

Popular Mzansi content creator, and media personality, Mihlali Ndamase has finally broken her silence to address claims of her being in an abusive relationship with businessman Leeroy Sidambe, who has denied abusing the YouTuber.

Earlier this month Mihlali shot up trends lists after she shared images of bruises on her forehead, lips, and under her eye on her Instagram Story, writing “Thank you my angel Leeroy” before deleting the posts.

Leeroy later released a statement refuting claims of being abusive towards Mihlali, claiming she sustained the bruises when he pushed her away after her attempt to stab him.

On Monday, Mihlali shared an open letter saying the matter that came to public light had “deeply” affected her and her business.

It is with great vulnerability I admit I was involved in a toxic relationship. This relationship started off verbally and emotionally harmful and matters quickly escalated to it being physically harmful.

I, unlike others, take full accountability for my involvement in the toxic dynamic. One can only be quiet for so long after tolerating gaslighting, aggression, emotional abuse, manipulation, obsessive behaviour and control tactics employed by an individual. Tactics used to distort my perception of love which led me down a path of pain and torment. The scars of this experience run deep and the trauma continues to echo in my personal life and in my business.

Such cases can be complex, escalate gradually over time, and are difficult for some to understand, specially if they have no personal experience. However, that does not discredit or invalidate my story as I have lived it.

It is imperative for us to educate ourselves on the nature of emotional abuse, and gender-based violence and the devastating impact it has on families, individuals and communities. Despite the darkness that has clouded my past I am filled with hope and determination to embark on a journey of healing.

I’m committed to seeking the support and resources necessary to get the help I need to reclaim my sense of dignity and self-worth through my healing journey, I hope to inspire others to speak out, seek help and break free from any toxic environment.

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Mihlali just posted an open letter about her toxic relationship with Leeroy via YouTube 💀 pic.twitter.com/TgkJmcT2I4

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