While many stars have exited or even passed away since the debut of the popular Kenyan TV show Mother-in-Law, one face remains familiar and beloved by fans across the country—Maria. Known for her plus-size charm and powerful acting, Maria has become one of the show’s anchors, admired not only for her screen talent but also for her role as a devoted mother.
Away from the limelight, Maria leads a quieter life. She is a proud mother of three children: her firstborn son, who also ventured into acting on Tahidi High; her second-born daughter, who is currently in university; and her youngest, still in primary school. Despite her celebrity status, Maria is among the few actors who prefer to keep their private lives out of the spotlight.
However, in a recent candid interview, she revealed the struggles behind her personal journey. Maria shared that her marriage began to crumble when she was expecting her third child. Married at just 19, she welcomed her first child at 21, her second at 24, and her last-born at 33. According to her, this final pregnancy was the breaking point for her husband.
She disclosed that her ex-husband, who had always wanted two wives with two children each, considered her decision to have three children a “mistake.” Soon after, he walked away from the marriage, remarried, and has since shown little interest in the lives of the children he left behind.
Despite the heartbreak, Maria has soldiered on, raising her children with love and resilience. Her story resonates with many women who face similar struggles of abandonment yet find strength in motherhood.
For Maria, life has not been without its battles, but her journey is a testament to resilience, motherhood, and the power of moving forward despite adversity. On screen, she remains a household name. Off screen, she is a mother who has turned pain into strength.
