Influencer and content creator Bradley Marongo made headlines after a surprising and bold move on national television. During an appearance on The Trend show, hosted by Amina Abdi, Bradley openly confessed that he has a long-standing crush on the popular TV personality.
The moment unfolded when Amina asked Bradley about his recent, controversial trip to Dubai. Rather than diving straight into the topic, Bradley shifted the focus, saying there was something else he needed to get off his chest first. He then took a deep breath and admitted that he had feelings for Amina, despite knowing she is married.
“I’ve always told Trevor that I want you. I have a crush on you,” he said, smiling, as Amina laughed at the unexpected revelation. The conversation quickly shifted from lighthearted banter to awkward curiosity, especially when Bradley asked Amina to confirm whether she was truly married. Amina responded affirmatively, reminding him of her marital status.
Unfazed, Bradley continued with his heartfelt moment, revealing that he had converted to Islam and adopted the name Ismail. He then jokingly noted that, according to his new faith, he was allowed to marry more than one wife, implying that there could still be hope for his feelings.
To top off his public confession, Bradley presented Amina with an extravagant gift—a brand new iPhone 14 Pro Max. He insisted that she unbox the phone live on air, emphasizing that it was a genuine gesture from the heart. Amina, although surprised, smiled and described the gift as thoughtful.
“I said I was bringing her a gift from Dubai,” Bradley said. “Even if you have someone, unajua kugongewa ni constant.” His cheeky Swahili remark roughly translates to “being hit on is constant,” prompting laughter from the show’s host.
The segment quickly became the talk of social media, with many Kenyans chiming in to share their thoughts. Some viewers were amused by the boldness and drama of the moment, while others criticized Bradley for expressing his feelings so publicly, especially to a married woman.
One viewer felt the confession was inappropriate, suggesting Bradley should have reached out to Amina privately rather than on national television. Others felt he had squandered a valuable platform that could have been used to discuss more meaningful topics, especially given the controversy surrounding his Dubai trip.
Another commenter expressed concern over the possible implications of the gift, especially considering Amina’s marital status. They advised her to return the phone if she indeed has a partner, suggesting that accepting such a lavish present could send the wrong message.
While some found the gesture romantic, others viewed it as a publicity stunt or simply an awkward misstep on live TV. Regardless of the intent, the moment sparked widespread discussion and debate online, with people taking sides and weighing in on what’s acceptable in such situations.
As for the Dubai trip that initially sparked the interview, Bradley briefly mentioned that the deal he secured during his visit was worth KSh 5 million. He said he planned to allocate KSh 1.5 million to his manager and KSh 1 million for women, though he didn’t elaborate further on what that entailed.
Despite criticism over the type of content he produced while abroad, Bradley’s takeaway from the trip seemed focused more on the financial gains and personal revelations than the backlash.
It’s unclear how Amina will proceed regarding the phone gift or whether the confession will have any lasting impact. But one thing is for sure—Bradley Marongo certainly knows how to create viral moments, for better or worse.
