One of Kenya’s most renowned celebrities and a contentious figure in the TikTok realm, Brian Chira, recently ignited a flurry of online discussions when he decided to divulge both his monthly TikTok earnings and his expenditure habits.
In an interview with Andrew Kibe, Brian Chira, whose excitement was palpable as he met his celebrity crush, shared that TikTok has become his primary source of income, thanks to his substantial following on the platform.
Chira disclosed that, during a fruitful month, he amasses approximately Ksh. 300,000 from TikTok. He primarily garners this income by conducting live sessions on TikTok and receiving gifts from his dedicated followers, which are subsequently converted into monetary value.
Intriguingly, despite his substantial earnings, Brian Chira voiced his financial concerns, asserting that the money falls short of meeting his needs in Kenya, where the cost of living demands substantial financial resources.
The 22-year-old acknowledged that a significant chunk of his earnings, approximately Ksh. 90,000 per academic term, goes towards his university tuition fees. Additionally, he takes on the responsibility of supporting his grandmother and cousins with a portion of his income, leaving the remainder for his personal expenses.
Regrettably, Brian Chira admitted to grappling with alcoholism, which he acknowledged as a significant drain on his finances. This addiction had severe repercussions, including a four-day stint in jail for defaming Azziad Nasenya while under the influence.
During that unfortunate incident, Chira, inebriated and using offensive language, broadcasted derogatory comments about Azziad Nasenya on TikTok. He candidly confessed to his struggle with alcoholism, expressing a strong desire to overcome this challenging hurdle and make positive changes in his life.
