Mueni Bolo, the wife of renowned fashionista Bolo Bespoke, stands out for her unwavering decision to never taste alcohol. Sharing her story through their YouTube channel, The Bolo’s Family, Mueni delved into the reasons behind her choice, shedding light on her personal experiences and values.
A Career Influenced by Sobriety
Mueni revealed that her early encounters with alcohol were far from pleasant. Before embarking on her career in karaoke hosting, she worked as an alcohol promoter between the ages of 18 and 20. However, witnessing the effects of alcohol on people left her with a distaste for it.
“I did not like what alcohol does to people,” she shared. “Seeing people throwing up on themselves and lying on the floor was unsettling. In my type of work, especially karaoke hosting, you cannot drink because people will take advantage of you.”
Despite avoiding alcohol, Mueni admitted to indulging in shisha smoking. Her husband, Bolo, confirmed her sobriety with a touch of humor, saying, “I have been with my wife for nine years, and she has never tasted alcohol. Do you know what that means? I have a driver to take me home after a night out.”
Navigating Loss and Heartbreak
Beyond her choice to abstain from alcohol, Mueni shared another deeply personal aspect of her life—her experience with child loss. She recounted enduring two miscarriages, the first of which was due to a doctor’s misdiagnosis and mishandling.
“For my first miscarriage, it was the doctor’s fault,” she revealed. “I cried a lot in that hospital and had a lengthy conversation with the doctor that he will never forget.” While she refrained from discussing the second miscarriage in detail, Mueni acknowledged its profound emotional impact on her.
Overcoming Relationship Challenges
Mueni and Bolo’s journey as a couple has not been without challenges. Married at a young age, the two faced struggles stemming from maturity and conflicting priorities. Bolo admitted to making mistakes during the early years of their relationship.
“When we started, I was 24, and she was 21,” Bolo explained. “I felt like I needed to do what I was supposed to do at that age, which led me to play with her feelings. Mueni was stable and knew what she wanted, but I was trouble. It took time for me to realize the need to change and become a serious, focused man.”
These struggles included accusations of infidelity, which Mueni confronted openly. Recalling incidents where she caught Bolo cheating, she described how she gathered evidence from his phone during his blackouts. “I used to visit you on Fridays, thinking I was keeping you busy the whole weekend, only to find out you had girls from Monday,” she added.
A Journey of Growth and Commitment
Today, Mueni and Bolo reflect on their challenges with gratitude for how far they have come. Their story is one of resilience, growth, and the power of making intentional choices. For Mueni, abstaining from alcohol is more than just a personal decision—it symbolizes her commitment to living a life aligned with her values.
Through their candid revelations, the couple has fostered an open dialogue about relationships, loss, and personal growth, inspiring others to reflect on their own journeys.
