Nick Mutuma's Past Sexual Assault Claims Resurface
Allegations of sexual harassment against Nick Mutuma have resurfaced following the success of his Netflix films, Sincerely Daisy and Disconnect. In 2017, two women alleged that Mutuma sexually harassed them the previous year.One Koome Gitobu accused the actor of assaulting his girlfriend, Rachel Mwangi, at Ameru Festival. In a series of tweets then, Gitobu claimed that Nick Mutuma attempted to drag Mwangi into his room as she was leaving the venue, when friends rescued her. Mutuma denied the story, adding that he was "extremely distressed that I'm being linked to this". He further sought audience with "@koomegitobu and his gf directly". "We spoke on phone yesterday. He maintains that he's shocked anyone is accusing him of hurting a woman. He said he cant remember the events of that night, but still denies ever touching or talking to my gf", tweeted Koome the following day.No word was heard since, until the release of his films on Netflix about a fortnight ago, when fans took to social media last weekend calling for a boycott of his work. Mutuma was yet to issue a response at the time of publishing.I entirely deny the story that is currently circulating about me. I'm extremely distressed that I'm being linked to this. I am passionate about creating an environment where women feel - and are - safe and respected. I would like to speak to @koomegitobu and his gf directly.
— Nick Mutuma (@nickmutuma) November 10, 2017
I was disappointed. That someone I trusted like a brother could do this to a woman, and not just my girl but all these other women out here.
— Koome Gitobu (@KoomeGitobu) November 11, 2017
Why are Kenyan artists bird boxing this Nick Mutuma boycott? Does that mean they are okay with his abuse?? Coz tbh if I was to find out someone I was working with or friends with is an abuser, I'd throw them under the bus so fuckin' hard and that's on my soul!!
— Elastic Heart ? (@ElasticHeart33_) October 19, 2020
if cancel culture is real why are we calling for a boycott of nick mutuma's work three years after he was exposed? please tell us. https://t.co/jQm1VKim6C
— sina mbele wala nyuma (@fka_memes) October 18, 2020
Wabosha, Chimano Nominated for Couture Africa Style Awards
The nominees for the 2020 Couture Africa Style Awards have been announced. Among the nominated include Willis Chimano, who received a nod as the Most Stylish Male Entertainer. The Sauti Sol band member will be going head to head with rappers Khaligraph Jones and King Kaka, singers Willy Paul and Otile Brown, and actor Lenana Kariba.YouTuber Maxine Wabosha will be facing off with Farhana Oberson, Maureen Waititu and Joy Kendi among others for the Most Stylish Female Content Creator category. Other categories at this year's awards include Most Stylish Person, Most Stylish TV & Radio Personality and Most Stylish Entertainer."After 7 years of highlighting and reporting on fashion trends across the region, we believe Kenya and the rest of East Africa is ready for a truly glamorous award that celebrates the best dressed individuals across various industries", reads the blog. The nominees were "selected through a vigorous vetting process by our esteemed Nomination Panel with assistance from the Couture Africa Editorial Teams. Focus was on individuals who have a distinct, consistent and outstanding sense of style." The Panel consists of image consultant Derek Bbanga, media personality Sheila Mwanyigha and comedian Dr. Ofweneke.Voting for the Couture Africa Style Awards closes on 30th October,2020.#CoutureAfricaStyleAwards2020 Most Stylish Male Entertainer #Nominations visit https://t.co/VoRUAzFFOE to vote #LinkInBio #CAStyleAwards pic.twitter.com/4iwOMx1O3V
— Couture Africa Limited (@CoutureAfrica) October 16, 2020
#CoutureAfricaStyleAwards2020 Most Stylish Male ContentCreator #Nominations visit https://t.co/VoRUAzFFOE to vote #LinkInBio #CAStyleAwards pic.twitter.com/ANd9It5Tc1
— Couture Africa Limited (@CoutureAfrica) October 16, 2020
#CoutureAfricaStyleAwards2020 Most Stylish Kenyan Man #CoutureMan2020 #Nominations visit https://t.co/VoRUAzFFOE to vote #LinkInBio #CAStyleAwards pic.twitter.com/DeWxbhBXNC
— Couture Africa Limited (@CoutureAfrica) October 16, 2020
'The Empty Man' Trailer Released
20th Century Studios has released the new trailer for upcoming flick, "The Empty Man". Directed by David Prior, the horror movie, based on a popular series of Boom! Studios graphic novels, follows an ex-cop on the trail of a missing girl, who comes across a secretive group attempting to summon a terrifying supernatural entity.The official synopsis reads: After a group of teens from a small Midwestern town begin to mysteriously disappear, the locals believe it is the work of an urban legend known as The Empty Man. As a retired cop investigates and struggles to make sense of the stories, he discovers a secretive group and their attempts to summon a horrific, mystical entity, and soon his life—and the lives of those close to him—are in grave danger."The Empty Man" arrives in theatres this Friday (Oct. 23).In 1 week, The #EmptyMan is coming for you. Get tickets now: https://t.co/kZKpADQks6 pic.twitter.com/cBEN9x9Co0
— 20th Century Studios (@20thcentury) October 16, 2020
See the all-new poster for the #EmptyMan in theaters October 23. Get tickets now: https://t.co/kZKpADQks6 pic.twitter.com/fU3vkwxVhQ
— 20th Century Studios (@20thcentury) October 16, 2020
I don't even need to watch all of that The Empty Man trailer. I'm in... as long as it's playing at my local drive-in. Feels like the type of movie I'd watch using my AMC pass on a Tuesday morning
— Possessed Marcelo Pico (@MarceloJPico) October 16, 2020
