Veteran actor Dumisani Dlamini is tired of the “deadbeat dad” label. In an explosive social media rant, the South African icon claimed that the narrative surrounding his absence from Doja Cat’s life is a fabrication designed to ruin his integrity.
The “Sarafina” Receipts
Dlamini emphasized his status as a self-made man who fought for his country’s cultural recognition. He claims that during his time in the United States, he was the primary provider for the household, using his earnings from the legendary production Sarafina! to support the family.
“I’m not going to be used… I was feeding those kids with the money from Sarafina. I love my kids,” Dlamini asserted.
Allegations of “Brainwashing”
The most shocking part of Dlamini’s defense was his direct attack on Doja Cat’s mother, Deborah Sawyer. He alleged that Sawyer intentionally poisoned Doja’s perception of him after they separated.
Key claims from his post:
- Information War: He alleges Sawyer told the “superstar” that her father was not a good man.
- The “Brainwash” Theory: Dlamini claims Doja was led to believe he abandoned her, while he maintains he was simply a foreigner navigating a difficult family dynamic.
- Integrity over Rumors: He described himself as a man of “integrity, respect, and love” who has been unfairly vilified by the public and his own flesh and blood.
The Aftermath
The timing of this rant—coming immediately after his public removal from the SunBet Arena—suggests that the actor is no longer willing to stay silent while his daughter claims he “declined” to see her.
With both sides now offering completely different versions of history, the “reunion” fans hoped for seems further away than ever.
