SA actor and presenter, Jonathan Boynton-Lee, has reminded us that while romance is beautiful, there’s no love quite like the one that’s been there since day one.
Johannesburg, South Africa (12 February 2026) – With Valentine’s Day just a few sleeps away, award-winning South African TV Presenter and Actor Jonathan Boynton-Lee chose to celebrate the love of the one who loved him before anyone else did – his mother!
He publicly declared his love and appreciation for his mother in a touching video post on social media, making it known that she was his Valentine this year.
The video shows him picking his mother up from her home before they made their way to a special lunch date where they enjoyed sushi. Their day proceeded to buying chocolate goodies and light sports equipment before Jonathan surprised his mom with a bouquet of flowers and a sweet drink to end their quality time together.
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In a voiceover playing over the heartwarming footage, Jonathan left the sweetest message for his Valentine:
“Thanks for spending today with me. It was really fun. I know I don’t always say it, and I probably assume you already know, but I’m so deeply grateful for you. The way you’ve always been there, for loving me unconditionally, for going the extra mile, especially when no one is watching. Today has just reminded me how lucky I am to have you. So thank you for being you mom. I love you.”
Urgh, now doesn’t that just melt the heart?
His followers were just as touched by his post, with many admiring the relationship he shares with his mom.
“Oh no stop it… My heart can’t take this amount of love all in one post!! So so special – my heart is bursting with rainbows! What a lucky mom,” one person commented.
Love comes in many different forms and from many different places, but none quite compares to the love received from and shared with the ones who raised us!
Sources: Jonathan Boynton-Lee
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