Who is Carol Tshabalala Husband? Inside the First Lady of Sport’s Private Love Life

On Monday, September 1, 2025, South African sports broadcaster Carol Tshabalala gave her followers a glimpse into her personal life with a sweet post on social media. The Supersport presenter, popularly known as the First Lady of Sport, shared photos with her husband but chose to hide his face behind a heart emoji.

She captioned the post: “Nothing better than doing life with your forever. Blessed beyond.”

A Private but Beautiful Love Story

Carol Tshabalala and her husband reportedly tied the knot in 2022 in a traditional ceremony. At the time, she posted photos of herself in traditional bridal attire with the word “makoti” (bride).

The pictures showed her uncles and members of her husband’s family during lobola negotiations, an important cultural practice in South Africa. “Two families uniting. A beautiful thing,” she wrote on Instagram, marking the moment as one of the happiest in her life.

Earlier that same year, Carol announced her engagement, showing off her diamond ring. “My fiancé has impeccable taste! Only the best, only @thediamondguy,” she captioned the post, hinting at her excitement about her future.

Despite her high-profile career, Carol has kept her husband’s identity private, choosing not to reveal his face or name to the public.

Carol Tshabalala: The First Lady of Sport

Carol Tshabalala has built a remarkable career in sports broadcasting. For decades, she has worked with SuperSport International and Premier League Productions, covering top football events around the world.

She also hosted global events like the FIFA Ballon d’Or, breaking barriers in a field long dominated by men.

Her professionalism, elegance, and passion have earned her respect not only in South Africa but across the international sports community.

While Carol Tshabalala may keep her husband’s identity a secret, she continues to show her happiness through heartfelt posts. To her fans, she remains the trailblazing First Lady of Sport, balancing her personal joy with her professional success.