Ruth Gitonga

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Noni Gitonga writes for https://t.co/9own2qorHO, which is a leading South African digital news & media site. She has been working with Briefly for about 7 years.

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What is LeAnn Rimes' net worth and how did she earn it?

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

LeAnn Rimes' net worth is in the millions thanks to her illustrious career in the entertainment industry. However, her path to fame has not been smooth. At 17, she accused her dad and then-manager of stealing $7 million of her earnings. Rimes told People of the legal battle in 2023:Looking back, my father did what he thought was best for me then. Sadly, I ended up losing my parents because, for me, everything was business.
Who is Kash Patel? Height, age, family, and career of the FBI director

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

In 2025, Kash Patel became the first FBI director of Indian descent. Before this, he served as the acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. In a June interview with Joe Rogan, Patel vowed to stand for the truth regardless of the consequences:I will always put out the truth to the American people, no matter who it is against, because my commitment is to them and not political or ethnic groups.
Nelly Korda's net worth in 2025: Prize money and sponsorship deals

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Nelly Korda's net worthhas experienced a surge since she turned pro in 2016 and is now estimated at $10 million. In 2024, sheranked among the world's highest-paid female athletes. But the best part is that Nelly makes millions while enjoying the process. Playing golf is fun. It is more rewarding than all my hard work. I am privileged to make a living off what I love doing most.
Facts about Cody Johnson: Height, early life, and family details

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Cody Johnson began playing music at 12. Drawing influences from artists like Willie Nelson, he has self-released six albums, including Leather, which won the CMA Album of the Year in 2024. In a June 2024 interview with Good Morning America, Cody shared what inspires his music, saying:To have fans tell you that your music has impacted their lives is why I keep doing what I do.
Khumbudzo Ntshavheni's bio: age, husband, education, qualifications, profile

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga |Cyprine Apindi

Khumbudzo Ntshavheni is a South African politician. Since March 2023, she has been serving as Minister in the Presidency. Before then, Ntshavheni was the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. She served in the leadership of the ANC Youth League in her earlier days. Read Khumbudzo Ntshavheni's bio for more details about her life and career. TABLE OF CONTENTSKey takeawaysKhumbudzo Ntshavheni once served as the Tourism Manager at the Trade and Investment Limpopo.
Lockwood & Co. season 2 cancelled: Why Netflix ended the series

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

The cancellation of Lockwood & Co. season 2 was unexpected, considering it topped Netflix's list of most-watched shows in its second week. On 12 May 2023, the series' production company, Complete Fiction, confirmed the shocking turn of events via an X post that in part read:With heavy hearts, we announce that Lockwood & Co. will not return for a second season. We thank our highly talented cast and crew for their top-level craft and dedication, as well as our fans for embracing and loving the show.
Who is Matthew Broome? All about the 'My Fault: London' star

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Matthew Broome is on his way to becoming a household name. He fulfilled his teenage dream of being a lead actor in a movie after starring in My Fault: London. In a February 2025 interview with The Italian Rêve, the heartthrob revealed the reason he said yes to the project, saying:Bagging a leading role in a film has been my desire since I was 14. I agreed to star in My Fault: London because I knew director Charlotte Fassler and Dani Girdwood would bring its storyline to life.
Who is Adam Pearson's wife? A look into his private life

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Although there have been rumours that Courtney Dula is Adam Pearson's wife, this is false. Her husband coincidentally shares a name with the actor. In a July 2017 interview with HuffPost, Adam shared the advice he would give his 16-year-old self on dating and disability, saying:I would slap him softly and tell him to get the girl he wants!TABLE OF CONTENTSKey takeawaysAdam was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type 1 at the age of five. He made his acting debut in the 2013 film Under the Skin.
Emma Navarro's boyfriend: Is the tennis star currently dating anyone?

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Nobody holds the title of Emma Navarro's boyfriend. From the tennis player's career-oriented Instagram posts, she appears to be married to the game. According to The Red Bulletin, the sportswoman once revealed how her love for the sport has blossomed over the years, saying:I was not ready to dedicate my life to tennis until I joined college and realized that a 9-to-5 was probably not for me. TABLE OF CONTENTSKey takeawaysEmma Navarro has a career-high singles ranking of world No.8 by the WTA.
The untold story of Bumpy Johnson's daughters: Ruthie and Elease

1 week ago | briefly.co.za | Ruth Gitonga

Bumpy Johnson's daughters, Ruthie and Elease, maintained private lifestyles despite their dad's prominence in the criminal world. Sadly, they both passed away in the same year, one reportedly under the same circumstances as their father. What happened to the Johnson sisters? TABLE OF CONTENTSKey takeawaysRuthie and Elease's dad was a renowned crime boss in the Harlem. Elease struggled with drug addiction and shoplifting.