This archive report was first published on 16 October 2019.
Published on October 16, 2019, cyberbullying has become a significant challenge for many celebrities. Despite their fame, they are not immune to online harassment.
One notable example is Linda Nyangweso, a popular radio host from Kiss FM. She faced intense criticism on social media after posting a photo of herself in swimwear on vacation with her husband and child.
According to Linda, "I felt good about how I looked and I shared the photo." However, she was attacked for her weight and appearance, with many taking to social media to bash her for being curvy.
Another celebrity who has faced cyberbullying is DJ Pierra Makena. After giving birth to her daughter Ricca Pokot, she gained a significant amount of weight, which led to online criticism.
Jimmy Gait, a renowned Gospel artist, also faced online backlash after releasing his song "Yesu ndio Sponsor." The song gained popularity, but Jimmy was subjected to intense criticism and bullying on social media.
Lastly, media personality Ella Ciru was accused of terminating her pregnancy earlier in the year. She later came out to defend her situation and set the record straight.
