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Kenyan comedian Timothy Ndegwa Kimani, widely known as Njugush, has finally broken his silence, albeit in a subtle and indirect way, following weeks of speculation about trouble in his marriage to his wife, Celestine Ndinda, popularly known as Wakavinye.
The beloved couple, known for their chemistry both on and off stage, had recently found themselves at the centre of intense online scrutiny, with fans questioning whether their relationship had hit a rough patch.
Speculation about their marriage began after eagle-eyed fans noticed a shift in their online presence.
The two, who are usually open about their relationship, appeared to have taken a step back from posting each other on social .
They also seemingly skipped marking significant milestones such as their anniversary, while Wakavinye's absence from family-oriented content raised eyebrows among followers who had grown accustomed to their joint appearances.
Unconfirmed reports further claimed that Njugush had allegedly moved out of their matrimonial home in Ruiru, carrying only a few personal belongings.
Their popular "By The Way" podcast went quiet, and Wakavinye was noticeably missing from promotional content for their renowned Through Thick and Thin (TTNT) show, developments that only fuelled the rumours further.
Wakavinye's post that got everyone talking
Amid the speculation, Wakavinye shared a social media post that quickly caught the attention of fans.
The caption, loosely translating to "Everyone should carry their own cross," sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans reading deeper meaning into her words given the ongoing rumours surrounding her marriage.
Following the exchange, fans flooded the comment section with reactions, many expressing relief at seeing the two interact again publicly.
Some followers interpreted the interaction as proof that the rumours had been exaggerated, while others speculated that the couple could be teasing a new project or simply choosing to keep their private life out of the spotlight.