Comedian Oliver Otieno, better known as YY has opened up about his relationship with Marya Okoth, the mother of his child. In a candid interview, YY discussed how he met Marya and his efforts to support her career and personal development throughout their time together.
The couple, who had been together for nearly five years, parted ways, with Marya announcing their breakup on September 5.
YY recounted meeting Marya while she was still a university student, deeply immersed in her passions for interior design and fine art.
“I met Marya when she was still in campus. She was focused on interior design, fine art, and had a flair for acting in KU theatre and drama. She excelled in both areas,” YY shared during an interview with Dr. Ofweneke.
Reflecting on their time together, YY explained his approach to their partnership.
“I assessed her potential from both a short-term and long-term perspective. I suggested we build her brand and enhance her visibility, so I began featuring her in my videos. This exposure fueled her love for the artistic side of her career and led her to pursue acting more seriously.”
YY also revealed his financial commitment to supporting Marya’s ambitions. “I invested around 40,000 shillings into the early episodes of her YouTube channel, despite the initial lack of financial return. I believed in her talent and was dedicated to helping her achieve her dreams.”
When asked why he invested so much in Marya, YY stressed that relationships shouldn’t be based on expectations.
“Invest in a woman, whether they appreciate it or not. I believe in doing good without expecting anything in return. Expectation is what kills relationships. I’ve seen situations where you help a woman, and they may or may not be grateful, but that doesn’t change who I am.”
”Even if they don’t show appreciation, it shouldn’t change who you are or what you stand for.”
YY offered some advice: people should remember that relationships may not always last forever.
“We are human, and breakups happen. It’s not always about forever, but making the most of the time we share,” he concluded.
