Martha Kagimba Kagimba, best known as Martha Kay is a Ugandan comedian, actress, professional photographer, and socialite. She has been featured in movies like Bed of Thorns, a Nabwiso Film.
Martha Kay Biography
| Date of Birth | May 22, 1995 |
| Age | 31 years old |
| Place of Birth | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
| Profession | Comedian, Actress, Professional Photographer, OAP |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
| Net Worth | $100,000 |
Early Life
Martha Kay was (born May 22, 1995, currently 31 years old), in Nairobi, Kenya, to Margaret and Jesse Kagimba. However, she grew up in Nakasero, a Kampala suburb.
Education
Martha attended Kabojja Junior School as her primary school, then Namagunga School and Kabojja International School, before attending school in Haiti for her A-levels.
After secondary school, Martha Kagimba Kagimba got admitted to Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mukono, from where she graduated with a degree in Mass Communication.
Career
Martha Kay is a photographer by profession. Her elder sister inspired her to take photographs. On her 18th birthday, she was offered a camera, which began her photography career.
She is so passionate about photography that she had to study Mass Communication, majoring in photography. She’s also a comedian, actress, and social media influencer.
She helps companies create social media accounts and content to grow online businesses. For instance, she has been an influencer for Infinix, Aromat, events, and certain concerts.
According to her, social media that made her was the same phenomenon that broke her. As a result, she’s writing a book detailing her social media journey, the ups and downs, and how she’s still standing, smiling, and looking cute.
Martha Kay then cautioned people joining social media to avoid expecting smooth ground; there are ups and downs.
Lately, Martha Kay has been under the management of Swangz Avenue. she runs a photography business under the brand name Tingle Media.
The studio’s name was Martha Kay before rebranding it.
She rebranded it because it was hard for her as people wanted Martha Kay personally to take their pictures. Still, with Tingle Media, she says clients are okay with whether it’s Martha Kay or someone else taking their pictures.
Also, at one point in 2017, Martha Kay attempted to abandon her acting career following rumors that circulated and reached her parents that she was a drug addict, which wasn’t true.
In 2019, Martha Kagimba Kagimba was the red carpet host of the CIROC-sponsored 2019 Abryanz Fashion and Style Awards (ASFAS) 7th edition at Kampala Serena Hotel.
Rise To Fame
She attained fame in 2016 after her Range Rover video went viral. Following this incident, Martha was nicknamed the Range Rover girl.
In the skit, Martha Kay talks about a group of men who almost ran over her with their Range Rover. She was so excited about almost being knocked by an expensive car, her dream car.
Still, Martha Kay mentioned in the skit that she had plans to buy a Rolex. Still, she reversed the plan because one does not eat a Rolex after colliding with her dream car, the Range Rover.
After uploading the video, she thought it would go unnoticed, but she was wrong; it went viral and ushered her into the limelight.
Martha Kay has a soft spot for musicians and is passionate about music; she loves everything. She’s an introvert, less talkative than people think.
Filmography
Bed of Thorns
The Blind Date
Kyaddala
A Kalabanda Ate My Homework
Once Upon A Time
False Dreams
Personal Life
Martha Kay is a born-again Christian. She was born again during her secondary school times.
Relationship
Martha Kay is single and not in any known relationship. She has been linked to singer Ykee Benda and Alexander Bagonza’s stage name, A Pass, but they have denied the allegations. Martha once dated a guy who gifted her a Range Rover car.
However, after a breakup, the man repossessed his car after he found her with another man in the Range Rover he bought at Acacia Mall parking.
Following the embarrassment, Martha Kay vowed to work hard until she owned a Ranger Rover. Range Rover is her dream car.
Religion
Martha Kay is also a born-again Christian. She said she became born again after failing terribly at school.
“One time my mother was called to the headmistress’ office due to my poor academic performance. She asked me, Do you think I am going to take care of you for the rest of your life? I went back to the dormitory and cried. I felt like a failure in life because of depression. As a result, I turned to God. Also, I read many inspirational books and the bible that helped me overcome,” she said.
Social Media
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Net Worth
Martha Kay is a Ugandan comedian, actress, photographer, and socialite with an estimated net worth of $100,000.