Celebrity reactions to Njugush and Celestine Ndinda’s breakup
By Ascah Mwango, April 22, 2026Shockwaves rippled across the country’s entertainment scene after news broke that comedy power couple Timothy Ndegwa Kimani, alias Blessed Njugush, and his wife Celestine Ndinda, popularly known as Wakavinye, had parted ways, ending one of Kenya’s most admired celebrity unions.
In a move that caught many fans off guard, Njugush took to Instagram on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, to confirm that the pair had decided to part ways after “careful thought and with mutual respect.”
However, in a surprising twist, the comedian revealed that the split is not a recent development.
The couple has been living separate lives behind the scenes for months while maintaining a united front for their family.
“Last year, we made the decision to part ways after much thought and with mutual respect,” the official statement read.
Despite the end of their romantic relationship, the couple, who rose to fame together through viral comedy skits, emphasized that they remain committed to their roles as parents.
“We have been co-parenting and our children remain our top priority. We continue to support one another and kindly ask for privacy and understanding as we navigate this next chapter,” Njugush added.
As the news broke, the Kenyan celebrity circle was quick to react, with many prominent figures expressing shock and sadness at the dissolution of a marriage that many viewed as “couple goals.”
The comments section of the announcement became a focal point for the industry’s reaction:
Obinna was left reeling, writing: “Aki nooooo.”
Milly Chebby echoed the sentiment with a simple: “Noooooo.”
Terence Creative shared his grief, posting “Sad” alongside a string of heartbreak emojis.
Milly Wajesus offered a more philosophical take on the situation, commenting: “Sad to hear. Every marriage has its own story. Some end, some endure, but the idea of marriage itself is still worth believing in.”
Baba Talisha added a touch of skepticism to the conversation, asking: “Ama ndoa ni udevoworshipa?” (Is marriage devil worship?)
End of an era
Njugush and Celestine’s relationship has been public since their college days, with the pair often sharing the struggles of their early life before finding massive success as content creators and brand ambassadors.
The couple, who are known for their “Through Thick and Thin” live shows, have long been seen as the blueprint for building a brand together as a spouse.
While they have asked for privacy, the news marks the end of one of the most influential partnerships in the digital era.