Women celebrities in Kenya are mostly known for their profound talents, skills, drama and lifestyle. However, it’s no secret that their remarkable beauty also contributes to this fame. They engulf our screens with their elegant looks and renowned personalities. Others take lead in displaying their outstanding talents in either singing, acting, or entrepreneurship.
This article mainly points out some of these beautiful and eminent female celebrities in Kenya.
Lupita Nyong’o
Apart from her dark-skin beauty, Lupita Nyong’o is well known internationally as one of the top Kenyan celebrities. She is the daughter of Kenyan politician and current Kisumu County governor, Professor Anyang’ Nyong’o. Lupita was born in March 1993 in Mexico but was raised in Kenya since age one. She attained a degree in film and theatre arts at Hampshire College and went on to earn a master’s degree in acting at the Yale School of Drama.
Lupita has featured in many films including 12 years a Slave (2013) which enabled her to gain recognition as Kenya’s first nominee for an Academy Award.Moreover, she is an advocate for elephants with Wild Aid, women’s rights and Mother Health International. She has made appearances in many magazine covers and international category lists eg Forbes.
The list of Lupita’s achievements are vast, hence she is wound up to remain on our screens for a long time.
Brenda Wairimu
Brenda Wairimu is a Kenyan actress and model popularly known for her role in Mali- a soap opera series. This pretty 31-year-old woman has established her career in acting by playing several roles in various television films across East Africa.
Some of the films include Mali, Shuga, Kona, Skandals kibanda and Monica. Brenda has attained many actress awards that are conducive to her fame and recognition. She has a daughter with Kenyan well-known artist Juliani.
Kambua
It’s no secret that Kambua was a target for many internet critiques especially due to her once childless marriage. However, this cannot hide the fact that she rose to fame because of her excellent singing talent and beauty. Her powerful vocal cords enabled her to succeed in her career as a gospel musician.
She has been hosted on many TV shows and currently hosts Rauka a gospel show that airs on Citizen TV. Kambua and her son Nathaniel, now grace the covers of most Kenyan magazines.
Akothee
She is famously known for her amazing afro beats music and fascinating sultry dance moves. She is regionally known for featuring in Diamond PLatinumz music video “sweet love” that improved her celebrity status. She won three awards and enhanced her musical career.
After gaining traction in music Akothee invested in real estate and her transport brand (Akothee Safaris). She is among the wealthiest celebrities in Kenya with a net worth of 6.1 billion. She has property in Mombasa, Rongo, Nairobi and Switzerland. She is also a mother of five children; three daughters and two sons.
Sarah Hassan
Born in September 1988, Sarah Hassan embarked on her career as an actress and model at a young age. She is mainly recognized for her role as Tanya in Tahidi High a comedy-drama that aired on Citizen TV. She expresses her beauty and displays different fashion brands as a model.
She appeared in a dozen films including; The Wedding Show and the Plan B film. She won awards for best actress and Kalasha awards. She is still active as a successful TV host.
Huddah Monroe
Huddah’s massive following on Instagram is one of the reasons for her popularity as a female celebrity. She gained media attention after participating in The Big Brother Africa 8 show in South Africa. She has severally stated how she had a harsh upbringing and nothing was handed to her on a silver platter. She ran away from home and enrolled to become a model.
Huddah’s net worth estimates to 3 billion that is contributed to by her achievements. She owns a farming land in Kenya, various cars and house properties. She continues to enliven our screens with her great looks and chic fashion style.
Many other female celebrities have made us glued to their profiles by their exceptionally good works and beauty. Therefore it will be difficult for them to fade from our minds.
