The towering Marongo, who stands at an astonishing 8 feet 2 inches, has quickly become a sensation, not just for his lucrative business deal but also for the wave of female admirers that have followed.
One of his most high-profile admirers is none other than the controversial socialite, Manzi Wa Kibera.
Known for her bold personality and frequent stunts to grab the spotlight, Manzi Wa Kibera couldn’t resist publicly declaring her affection for Marongo.
In the comment section of a Nairobi Gossip Club post featuring a video of Marongo signing the deal, the socialite confessed that she had fallen in love with him and was actively seeking his phone number.
“Can I get his number, I think am in love,” Manzi wa Kibera wrote.
Marongo first gained widespread attention during the recent Gen Z protests when his impressive height made him stand out in the crowd.
In an interview with Citizen TV, Marongo shared how he made his way to Nairobi.
“My friend Mose, who works with one of the buses plying the Nairobi-Western region routes, invited me to come with him to Nairobi. He told me he was an upcoming artist shooting some of his music videos but was yet to break into the mainstream music scene,” Marongo revealed.
The logistics of fitting into a bus designed for average-sized passengers posed a challenge for Marongo.
“I sat on the floor mat along the aisle towards the driver’s side,” he recounted, a testament to the difficulties he faces due to his extraordinary height.
Marongo’s height has thrust him into the public eye, with numerous content creators vying for his attention.
Despite his newfound fame, Marongo remains humble, though he admits that finding clothes that fit him is a constant struggle.
“Getting clothes that fit is a nightmare. When I go to the market, people stare at me, wondering where this tall person has come from,” Marongo shared. He currently owns only two pairs of custom-made sandals and has never worn a closed shoe in his life, as he has yet to find a size 48 pair.
Despite these challenges, Marongo is determined to make a name for himself.
He currently works as a tout in Nairobi and hopes that his rising fame will allow him to leave that job behind.
His ultimate goal? To become a household name and carve out a new path in the world of entertainment.
Marongo is married and a father of two daughters. His wife and kids are in Vihiga.
He says that while his height has brought him unexpected attention, his focus remains on providing for his family and seizing the opportunities that come his way.
As he continues to rise in the public eye, it seems Marongo’s star is only just beginning to shine.
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