Shockwaves have hit Zimbabwean social media after reports emerged that two well-known Zimbabwean celebrities — one male and one female — were arrested in the United States by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for allegedly overstaying their visas. According to sources close to the matter, the duo had been living and working in the US beyond the permitted duration of their entry documents, a violation that automatically triggers immigration enforcement regardless of fame or social status.
The arrests have sparked intense debate online, with fans divided between sympathy and criticism. While some argue the celebrities were victims of harsh immigration laws, others say the situation highlights a growing problem of public figures misleading followers about life abroad. Immigration experts warn that ICE has intensified operations nationwide, and overstaying a visa — even by celebrities — can result in detention, deportation, and long-term travel bans. As investigations continue, the cases serve as a sobering reminder that US immigration law applies equally to everyone.
