Miss SA 2023 Natasha Vermaak's sweetest secret unveiled: a baby on the way!
Miss SA 2023 Natasha Vermaak and her husband, Enrico, announced that they are expecting their first child.
Image: Instagram
Congratulations are in order for former Miss SA titleholder, Natasha Vermaak, who revealed on Monday afternoon, October 27, that she is expecting her first child.
The beauty queen shared a picturesque and heart-warming video on Instagram alongside her husband, Enrico, as she wore a long, fitted maxi dress that showcased her baby bump.
Vermaak captioned her post: “The last 5 months… we’ve been keeping the sweetest secret.”
The couple tied the knot in 2024 in a breathtaking ceremony at the luxurious Cavalli Estate in the Cape Winelands, surrounded by family and friends.
Vermaak also took to her Instagram Stories to express gratitude for the heart-warming messages she received since making her announcement, and also shared that she and Enrico wanted to ensure that their baby was healthy before making the news public.
“Ag, really just thank you so much for all the love & congratulations. Enrico and I are truly blessed. I also want to say thank you to everyone who has been respectful towards it.
“One thing I learnt is how sacred pregnancy is. To my people who have known and kept a secret with me, bless you and thank you for respecting Enrico & I.
“We’ve wanted to ensure everything is healthy & done our anatomy scans, etc, before making it public. I want to share my entire journey, there is A LOT that comes with being pregnant, and I have been challenged mentally, physically and psychologically throughout,” Vermaak shared.
The beauty queen also shared that she could not fully embrace and enjoy her pregnancy before making an announcement, adding that she aimed to work hard so that when she finally makes the news public, she can enjoy the journey.
A screenshot of Natasha Vermaak's Instagram story.
Image: Instagram Stories
The parents-to-be were showered with heartfelt congratulatory messages from friends, family and fans.
Media personality Bonang Matheba commented: “Congratulations, my Tash. OMG.”
Beauty queen, Tamaryn-Green Nxumalo shared: “I’m crying of happiness!!!! YAAAAAAAYYYY!!!!!”
Former Miss SA creative director, Werner Wessels, said: “My heart can’t handle it!!! Yay!!! Thinking about pivoting to professional ‘guncle’ duties.”
While newly crowned Miss SA 2025, Qhawekazi Mazaleni, added: “Whaaaat! Congratulations.”