Kenyan actress and content creator Jacky Vike, popularly known as Awinja, has finally addressed ongoing rumours about her relationship with influencer Brian Mutinda. For years, fans have speculated that the two might be romantically involved, given their frequent appearances together and their undeniable on-screen chemistry. However, Awinja has now spoken out, putting the speculation to rest.
In a recent interview, the actress was candid about her relationship with Mutinda, stating that they are nothing more than close friends. She emphasized that while they collaborate often, particularly when playfully targeting fellow comedian Osoro in their content, there is no romantic connection between them.
When asked about the possibility of dating Mutinda, Awinja jokingly dismissed the idea, citing her preference for darker-skinned men. With her signature humour, she remarked, “Ew, he is light-skinned. Light-skinned guys are not my type.” Her playful yet firm statement seemed to solidify that Mutinda, despite their close bond, isn’t her ideal partner.
Interestingly, Awinja referred to Mutinda as her “international boyfriend,” complimenting him on his cleanliness, kindness, and love for luxurious travel. These comments, coupled with a warm birthday post she once shared for him, had previously fuelled speculation that there might be more than friendship between them.
Her post, filled with affectionate tones, led fans to question whether she had introduced him as her partner in a subtle way. Some even joked about missing an imaginary relationship “launch.” Playing along with the joke, Awinja quipped, “The launch happened two years ago. You missed!”
Comedian Osoro, often humorously linked to Awinja himself, jumped into the conversation with a witty comment: “If I bleach, will you love me like this?” Awinja’s light-hearted approach to the situation has kept her followers both entertained and engaged, as she continues to navigate public curiosity with grace and humour.
Despite the fun she has with the rumours, Awinja was clear about the nature of her connection with Mutinda. Their relationship, she stressed, is platonic and professional, built on mutual respect and a shared passion for creating content. When fans took her light-skin comment seriously, she clarified that it was all in good fun. “Relax, guys—the light skin comment is nothing more than friendly banter. But still, #NavyBlue men for life!” she said, affirming her love for dark-skinned men.
The online reactions were swift and varied. Some fans found her remarks hilarious, while others thought her dismissive tone was a bit harsh. Comments ranged from playful sympathy for Mutinda to jokes about using tint to appear darker. One user even chimed in, “Me naitwa Mutinda lakini me ni dark skin guys,” adding to the fun.
On a more emotional note, Awinja recently opened up about how deeply the passing of Charles Bukeko, better known as Papa Shirandula, affected her. She credited him as a key mentor who encouraged her to join the beloved television series. Tearfully, she revealed that she never got the chance to say goodbye and believed that his death could have been avoided.
Despite personal loss and ongoing speculation about her personal life, Awinja remains a beloved figure in Kenyan entertainment. With her wit, honesty, and authenticity, she continues to win hearts while keeping fans laughing—and guessing.
