Phuti Khomo, celebrated actress and former Miss SA Teen 2002, became the talk of social media over the weekend after attending her father, Jabu Senior Khomo’s funeral in Mamelodi.

Known for her timeless beauty and elegance, the former Imbewu star surprised many when she arrived in a striking couture outfit designed by Sherif Tailor. The look, which included a bold hat that one attendee described as making her resemble a chief mourner, sparked widespread discussion online.

BuzzLife reported, that Phuti’s choice of attire dominated conversations, with fans praising her ability to bring sophistication to any occasion. Celebrity blog MaphephaNdaba also shared a photo of the outfit on Instagram, further fuelling the buzz.

 

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One attendee noted that the funeral felt more like a high-end fashion event, adding, “I mean, wow, it looked like they were at a fashion show, not mourning their father.” They also mentioned an unusual touch to the service—guests were served breakfast during the ceremony, which left them equally impressed.

This isn’t the first time Phuti Khomo has captured the public’s attention with her style and grace. She previously trended for her youthful appearance when she celebrated her 40th birthday, leaving fans in awe of her flawless face card.

Known for her successful career in acting, modeling, and presenting, Khomo continues to mesmerize Mzansi, this time by paying tribute to her late father in her own unique and fashionable way.

One said: “I think we should let people grieve the way they want to.”

“It’s a high-budget funeral. I don’t see any thing wrong. Let people grieve the way they want,” one wrote.

Another one said: “Ai guys, we all mourn different ya m*s*mba! All this over-the-top stuff should be done when a person is alive, nna these new age funerals are so performative.”