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Dawn Thandeka King talks about her struggle with depression

Dawn Thandeka King has endured many difficulties over the past few years, but is in a much better space how and, with a new love in her life, wants to inspire others to find strength and healing. The star, who plays the role of MaZet on Lockdown, split from her husband three years ago and has faced many dark days since.

Dawn Thandeka King

Speaking to TshisaLIVE at the launch of the fifth season of the hit Showmax drama series, Dawn said from day one onset of the show, she found support from her co-stars as she battled “the demons” in her personal life. We are not just fellow actors.There is a sisterhood on set. That is something you wouldn’t know unless you are part of the cast or visit the set. You will see how we all interact and take time to pour our hearts out to each other. We are a family.

Dawn Thandeka King

Dawn has since found love again and is in a good space at the moment, but there are no plans for a wedding just yet. I am not really going to rush into marriage right now. I just came from a 13-year marriage so I would not want to rush into anything. I am happy the way I am, and I am not pressured into doing anything. I am just enjoying being a mom.

Dawn Thandeka King

Dawn said she was open with her children about the struggles she went through after her divorce, and said she has found strength from opening up about her battles with depression.

Dawn Thandeka King

I realise the importance of the platform I have. I realise the importance of speaking out, because if I don’t speak out about it, who will? I guess I will forever speak about depression and about the importance of taking care of yourself because taking care of myself was the one thing that brought me back.

In other news – Would you buy Bonang Matheba’s BNG Prestige Reserve for R799 a bottle?

Media mogul Bonang Matheba has expanded her bubbly line, MCC House of BNG, introducing a limited edition, Prestige Reserve. It retails for R799 a bottle. Queen B announced the news on her Instagram.

Bonang Matheba

It’s look is different from the existing line, which is pink and gold. The reserve is black and detailed with a gold honeycomb design. Read more

Source: Timeslive