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Kenyan Celebs You Probably Didn’t Know Are Related

A detailed celebrity story about how several renowned celebrities are related to each other, but when you meet them in the industry, you wouldn't believe it.

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In the murky waters of Kenya’s entertainment, talent often runs in the family, with several well-known celebrities sharing not just fame but also DNA. Here’s a closer look at 16 Kenyan celebrities who are related but might not be as well-known for their familial ties.

1. Khaligraph Jones & Lamaz Span (K.O.B)

Khaligraph Jones and his brother during a past event

Khaligraph Jones and his brother during a past event

Khaligraph Jones, a heavyweight in the Kenyan rap scene, shares a sibling bond with Lamaz Span K.O.B, a rapper known for tracks like ‘Mare Mare’ and ‘Scorpion’. The brothers have collaborated on several hits, including ‘Me Siogopi’ and ‘Khali Cartel 1’.

2. Trio Mio & Big Ting AP

Trio Mio and rapper Big Ting AP

Trio Mio and rapper Big Ting AP

Trio Mio, one of Kenya’s rising stars in rap, is related to Big Ting AP. The duo made waves with their collaboration on the track ‘Kanairo’ a few years ago.

3. Rufftone & Daddy Owen

Daddy Ownen (in black shades) and his brother Rufftone during a past event

Daddy Ownen (in black shades) and his brother Rufftone during a past event

Gospel music runs deep in the Mwatia family, with brothers Rufftone and Daddy Owen both carving out successful careers in the industry. Their unique styles have made them stalwarts of Kenyan gospel music.

4. Madtraxx & DJ Stylez

From left: Oddi Wa Murang'a, X-ray and Maddraxx

From left: Oddi Wa Murang’a, X-ray and Maddraxx

DJ Stylez, a renowned Kenyan DJ, is the older brother of Madtraxx, a member of the popular Genge group, Kansoul. The duo has significantly influenced Kenya’s urban music scene.

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6. Holy Dave & Joey Muthengi

Media personality Joey Muthengi and gospel musician Holy Dave are siblings. Both have had successful stints in the media industry, with Joey being a former presenter at Capital FM and Holy Dave hosting shows on Citizen TV.

7. Janet & Timothy Mbugua

Janet Mbugua, a respected media personality, has a twin brother, Timothy Mbugua, who is known for his upscale barbershop in Nairobi. The twins are also connected to the Ndichu brothers, with Janet being married to Eddie Ndichu, whose twin brother is Paul Ndichu.

8. DNA & Tina Kaggia

Voice-over artist and radio presenter Tina Kaggia shares a familial bond with Dennis Kaggia, better known as DNA, a talented musician and rapper celebrated for the hit ‘Banjuka’.

These celebrities are just a few examples of how talent and fame run deep in certain Kenyan families. Their connections add an intriguing layer to their public personas, showing that sometimes, greatness is a family affair.

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