Veteran actress and comedian Jacquey Nyaminde, famously known as Wilbroda, has ignited a fresh national debate after boldly dismissing society’s obsession with so-called body count.
In remarks that quickly went viral, Wilbroda called the fixation unnecessary and harmful, questioning why Kenyans feel entitled to audit people’s romantic pasts.
Speaking in her usual raw and relatable style, she argued that many developed societies do not dwell on such issues. People date, break up, heal, and move on without being reduced to numbers or shamed for their choices.
To put things into perspective, Wilbroda referenced global pop star Britney Spears, noting how her relationships are rarely framed around body count.
Instead, the focus remains on her career, resilience, and personal journey. For Wilbroda, that contrast exposes how deeply judgmental local conversations around dating and sexuality have become.
Her comments struck a nerve. They reflect a reality many Kenyans experience daily. Conversations about body count often come loaded with double standards. Men are applauded for the same behavior that women are condemned for.
Online reactions have been predictably split. Some hail her honesty as overdue truth-telling.
Others see it as uncomfortable and confrontational. But whether praised or criticized, Wilbroda has succeeded in forcing an honest conversation.
