Celestine Gachuhi
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Celestine Gachuhi (born 7 October 1995) is a Kenyan actress, singer and motivational speaker. She is best known for her portrayal of the character in the Maisha Magic East telenovela Selina (2018–2022), one of the longest-running and most-watched television series in Kenya.[1] Her performance in the series earned her nominations at the 2018 and the 2019 Kalasha Awards.[2][3]
Early life and education
Gachuhi was born in Murang'a County, Kenya and is the second-born in a family of four siblings.[4] Her father is a military officer and her mother died when she was 11 years old while she was in primary school.[5]
Following her mother's death, she was raised by her father and stepmother and later moved between different regions, including Nakuru and Narok, during her schooling years.[6] She attended Ole Tipis Secondary School, where she began participating in drama festivals and developed an interest in acting.[7] After completing secondary school, she moved to Nairobi, where she lived with her sister and pursued further studies while working part-time jobs, including as a salonist.[8]
Career
Breakthrough with Selina
Gachuhi began her acting career in theater productions and Kikuyu-language television shows before gaining national recognition.[9] In 2017, she auditioned for the lead role in Selina and was cast during the final round of auditions.[10] The series premiered in January 2018 and became one of Kenya's most popular television dramas, running for six seasons and over 900 episodes.[11] The show followed the life of Selina, a young woman from a disadvantaged background navigating social and economic challenges.[12]
Her performance in the role brought her widespread recognition and established her as one of the prominent faces of Kenyan television.[11] For her work on the series, Gachuhi was nominated for Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama at the Kalasha Awards in 2018 and 2019.[13]
Later work and music
Following the success of Selina, Gachuhi continued to expand her acting career, appearing in television productions such as Kiu and later taking on new roles, including in the Showmax series Adam to Eve.[14][15]
In addition to acting, she has pursued music, particularly in the gospel genre and has expressed interest in expanding her musical career after collaborating with Phil Kimenia on the single 'Yeye Ni Mkuu" in 2020.[16] She has also developed a presence in digital content creation following the conclusion of Selina, engaging audiences through online platforms.[17]
Philanthropy and activism
Gachuhi is involved in mentorship and advocacy initiatives, including Film Connect Africa, which supports young creatives by providing industry exposure and guidance to young creatives in schools and colleges.[18] She has also been active in advocating against cyberbullying and promoting positive online engagement.[19] Additionally, she is involved with the SIMAMA Initiative, which advocates against gender-based violence and supports women's empowerment.[20]
Personal life
Gachuhi is in a relationship with gospel musician Phil Kimemia and the couple got engaged in 2021.[21] They have one child together, born in 2022.[22][23]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2022 | Selina | Selina | Lead role; 6 seasons |
| 2023 | Kiu | TV Drama | |
| 2025 | Iscariot | Magdalene | Comedy Fantasy |
| 2025 | Adam to Eve | Amanda | Showmax Original |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Kalasha Awards | Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama | Selina | Won | [24][25] |
| 2019 | Kalasha Awards | Best Lead Actress in a TV Drama | Selina | Nominated | [26][25] |
References
- ↑ "Swahili telenovela Selina ending in April". The Star. 2022-02-24.
- ↑ "Maisha Magic East shines at the Kalasha Awards". DStv.
- ↑ Allan, Adalla (2021-03-23). "Meet rising star - Celestine Gachuhi". People Daily. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "Selina's Celestine Gachuhi bio: Age, boyfriend, family, career". Tuko. 2020.
- ↑ "After my mum's demise, we had to grow up in the hands of a cruel stepmother - Selina". Ghafla.
- ↑ "Celestine Gachuhi aka Selina: Growing up with a step-mum crushed my self esteem". Mpasho. 2024-10-26.
- ↑ "How I scripted my success story on film - Celestine Gachuhi". Business Times.
- ↑ "Selina Actor Celestine Talks About Her Journey Into Stardom". Switch TV.
- ↑ "From Selina to Showmax: Celestine Gachuhi steps into a New Era". 2026-02-13. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "T5 Interview: With Celestine Gachuhi". Daily Nation. 2021-03-09. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 "I cried for days after some scenes — Selina". The Star. 2021-08-25.
- ↑ "EXCLUSIVE: 'Selina' to End in April 2022". Sinema Focus. 2022-02-19.
- ↑ "Maisha Magic East talent and shows dominate the Kalasha TV Awards". DStv. 2019-11-26.
- ↑ "Celestine Gachuhi reflects on her role on Adam to Eve streaming on Showmax". Business Now. 2026-02-13. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "Blessing Lungaho, Celestine Gachuhi Star In New Showmax Dramedy Adam To Eve". KenyanVibe. 2025-11-14.
- ↑ "Selina actress talks doing music with her fiance". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ Tunoi, Kevin (2022-04-08). "Selina Star Celestine Gachuhi Says She's Emotional over Ending of TV Series, to Pursue Content Creation - Tuko.co.ke". www.tuko.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "How Celestine Gachuhi is shaping Kenya's next generation of creatives". Pulse Kenya. 2026-02-16. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "Celestine Gachuhi Opens Up on Her TV Comeback and Life Beyond Selina". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ Awino, Lynet (2026-02-14). "Celestine Gachuhi returns in Adam to Eve as she sadvocates against gender-based violence through her Simama Initiative". Khusoko - Your Gateway to East African Market Insights. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ "Actress Celestine 'Selina' Gachuhi proposed to by boyfriend". Pulse Kenya. 2021-05-24.
- ↑ "Celestine Gachuhi aka 'Selina' celebrates daughter with beautiful message". www.mpasho.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ Tonui, Patricia (2022-05-03). "Selina Actress Celestine Gachuhi, Fiance Phil Kimemia Announce Birth of Baby Girl - Tuko.co.ke". www.tuko.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ Wangare, Jackline (2018-11-27). "2018 Kalasha Film and TV Awards: Full list of winners and nominees - Tuko.co.ke". www.tuko.co.ke. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ 25.0 25.1 Kenyabuzz, Oliver. "Full List of Kalasha Awards 2018 Winners". KenyaBuzz. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
- ↑ Namunwa, Kevin (2019-10-31). "Selina, Nyanya Rukia, Pete Among Shows nominated for Kalasha". Retrieved 2026-03-21.
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