Kenyan comedian Elsa Majimbo has hit back at critics who accused her of looking down on poor people, insisting she has never deliberately hurt anyone and will not apologise for being herself.
Elsa Majimbo has fired back at critics who accused her of looking down on people, insisting she has never been ashamed of wanting a wealthy lifestyle.
The Kenyan comedian, who became an international sensation during the Covid-19 lockdown, addressed criticism of her personality and the way she celebrated her financial success.
Majimbo said some people wanted her to remain the woman they first fell in love with online.
They struggled to accept the changes that came with her newfound success.
She maintained that she had always been open about her ambitions. However, she dismissed claims that she went around calling people poor.
The comedian also defended her responses to online insults, insisting she had never deliberately hurt anyone.
“I have never hurt anyone, and the rudest things I have said were responses to direct insults,” she said.
But Majimbo admitted that time had changed her outlook.
She said she had outgrown her obsession with displaying wealth. She had also become more compassionate after realising how many people were struggling financially.
Despite this change, she is not prepared to apologise for being herself.
“I am sorry if anyone felt attacked, but I do not apologise for simply being myself. I wish paedophiles were criticised like this,” she added.
Majimbo shot to fame in 2020 through her hilarious lockdown videos. Her signature sunglasses, packets of crisps and unapologetic humour quickly made her a household name across social media.
Her success opened doors to international opportunities, luxury fashion and high-profile brand partnerships.
But as her lifestyle evolved, so did the public's perception of her.
Her latest comments have reignited debate about the pressure celebrities face to remain relatable, even when their lives change dramatically.