FROM their dry sense of humour to partaking in embarrassing dance challenges, it seems dads are the butt of every good TikTok and we’re absolutely loving it. Hailing from the shores of Mzansi, these fathers have charmed their way into our hearts, fast becoming a major part of the TikTok community. By posting relatable, funny and often downright adorable videos from all aspects of their lives, they’ve also gained quite the following. Here are seven of our favourite TikTok dads.
@maggiesdad and @ maggiethurmon VIRTUALLY every video on Maggie’s account stars her father, a keynote speaker, author and performer, with whom she makes and creates viral dances. Always laughing, the duo seem to have a fun, light-hearted and healthy father-daughter relationship that’s more like that of best friends. Fans are constantly commenting on how their videos brighten their day and it’s true: when scrolling through their accounts, you can’t help but smile.
@somg63 @ kay_sibiya
A wonderful father to Bahumi, TV personality Somizi MhlongoMotaung has also recently joined the TikTok community and has brought all the Somgaga vibes with him. Fully committing to every skit with props, outfits, wigs and make-up, he gravitates more towards lip-synching to viral songs, like ZOL, by Max Hurrell.
KAY Sibaya is a television staple on local screens. Currently portraying Ayanda on SABC 1’s telenovela Uzalo, he’s already cultivated quite the loyal audience on his latest venture, TikTok. The doting dad created his account in the midst of the lockdown but it seems he’s already mastered the app with posts of hilarious magic tricks and illusions that have his family rolling their eyes.
@waynebrady @ courtnallskosan
@terrell_jarius
COURTNALL Skosan is not only one of South Africa’s most well-loved rugby players, but one of our favourite South African dads, too. Pop on to his profile to explore a range of helpful and inspiring workout content, as well as loads of fun and adorable videos with his family. Courtnall wants to grow his page to 300 000 – let’s get him there.
TERELL and Jarius Joseph had a tumultuous journey into fatherhood when their son was born prematurely at just 36 weeks weighing 1.36kgs. However, he defied all odds and is now a healthy almost 3-year-old with a younger sister. Participating in all the dance challenges, showing off their matching family outfits as well as precious moments from everyday life, the two dads also have an important message to share. Through every video they post, they seek to inspire and encourage love through their personal journey of fatherhood and same-sex marriage.
COMEDIAN and host Wayne Brady is quarantined with his blended family consisting of his daughter, ex-wife and her new partner. The group has banded together to post videos detailing their unusual living situation in the coolest way possible – through doing popular dances and challenges – sometimes even while wearing matching outfits.
@bonglez RADIO 702 presenter, Bongani Bingwa describes himself as a “regular dad totally in love with his daughter”, in the bio on his account. And, from the content he posts, it shows. His account is dotted with videos of the pair taking part in trending challenges, playing pranks on each other and, of course, dancing. In the caption of a picture of him and his daughter practising their dance moves, Bingwa shared his thoughts on parenting: “People say you must be a parent and not a friend to your kids. I think that is wrong. Nothing will ever make me NOT be her parent but in the years to come with the challenges she will face, I’m betting she is going to need me as a friend too.”
