Comedian Vinnie Baite is well-loved for his 'jaba' stories, which keep audiences guessing whether they should be taken seriously or not.
The essence of his storytelling is to entertain with his engaging 'stories za jaba.' Here’s what you need to know about the comedian:
Upbringing:
- From Meru.
- Lost both parents; his mother passed away when he was in his third year of university.
- The youngest in a large family, “Tuko wasee wengi kiasi, wenye najua ni saba.”
- Attended Kithaena Primary School and then Kanyakine Boys High School in Meru.
- Lived in Kawangware with his sister while hustling.
- Consumes miraa, which he claims provides "knowledge" and a heightened perspective on things. He started using it in campus, despite its heavy use in his hometown.
Education Background:
- Studied Literature but aspired to pursue Engineering, which he couldn’t afford.
- Worked as a mtumba trader in campus, selling clothes, shoes, and socks.
- Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Literature and IT in 2021.
- Feels the course didn’t help him much in defining his career path.
- Studied at Maseno University.
Career Beginnings:
- Known for phrases like: True Story, Achana Nayo, akili mtu wangu, kana flow.
- Started stand-up comedy at Maseno, sharing videos on social media.
- His first viral video, featuring a 'jaba' story, gained 300k views and was inspired by his experiences in Kawangware.
- Views miraa as his "destiny."
- Has diversified his content to increase his earnings.
- Among the top YouTube earners in Kenya.
- Also works as an MC and farmer.
- Owns a Mazda and a Mercedes Benz.
- His dream car is an SUV.
Personal Life:
- Regarding his relationship status, he told Obinna two years ago, “Unaona mapenzi? Tunafaa tuwachie madudu. Hiyo hata jina yake ni kitu complicated sana.”
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