Actress and presenter Leandi du Randt will host The Mommy Club: Van die Hoofstad reunion, premiering on Showmax in two parts on Fridays 27 June and 4 July 2025. An exceptional presenter with years of experience in the entertainment industry, executive producer at POP24, Lea Knoesen cites her as ‘the perfect fit to guide a group of such strong, dynamic women.’
“Leandie brings the heart, strength, and presence needed to lead these important conversations with the care and sensitivity they deserve.”
Leandi du Randt: A Hosting Queen
The most-watched Afrikaans series on Showmax since the platform’s relaunch, The Mommy Club: Van die Hoofstad follows five powerhouse mothers who are redefining modern motherhood: Ansu Viljoen, Crystal van der Burgh, Johandri Johnson, Louise Volschenk and Tessa Tullues.
Having hosted Love Island South Africa, Leandie is no stranger to reality TV drama. After a season packed with heartfelt moments, personal revelations and headline-making drama, Leandie is ready to tackle the burning questions fans have been asking.
“It’s always an honour to be chosen as a host. I feel truly privileged to be trusted with these women’s hearts and vulnerability. It takes a lot to put yourself out there on TV, and I hope to highlight their strengths, not just the negatives that the public might be focusing on right now.”
The show offered viewers a peek into the Afrikaaner community, and often that glimpse wasn’t always the most positive, yet can we still admit that it’s an accurate portrayal?
“Unfortunately, yes, to a degree,” explains Leandie, “But also, these things happen across all communities. For me, it’s more about what can happen when you’re surrounded by the wrong people, or just people who aren’t your kind of people.”
She adds,
“In Afrikaans, we say: ‘mense wat nie jou dam se gans is nie.’ It’s always been important for me to surround myself with people I wouldn’t mind trading lives with. You become like the five people you spend most of your time with, so choose your circle very carefully.”
A Host Game Plan
Speaking on her plan for the reunion, Leandie is adopting a neutral approach, explaining, “I’m somewhere between Dr Phil and Judge Judy. I aim to help them see things from each other’s perspectives, while still standing firm in what they believe to be true. I’m also there to guide the conversation. It’s not about me; it’s about giving them the space to speak their truth. At the same time, I hope to serve as a voice for the public.”
That said, Leandie hopes that the cast can feel heard, not judged, and walk away knowing that there’s beauty in each of them.
“It’s about choosing the right people around you, so your true magic can shine. Whether they are each other’s people, that remains to be seen. And if they’re not, that’s also okay. I think a big sign of maturity is being able to agree to disagree, while still showing respect and kindness.”
And for the viewers?
They can expect a lot of honest conversations about what went down on camera and even behind the scenes.
The Mommy Club: Van die Hoofstad reunion premieres exclusively on Showmax in two parts on Fridays 27 June and 4 July 2025.
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