Veteran media personality Jimmy Gathu has broken his silence on the painful experience he went through after being retrenched from a top media house back in 2016.
In a candid and emotional revelation, Gathu shared how people he once called close friends slowly disappeared from his life when he needed them the most.
Speaking during a recent interview, Gathu opened up about the harsh reality he faced after losing his job, revealing that it was not just his career that took a hit, but also his personal relationships.
According to the celebrated TV and radio host, many people who used to call him a friend vanished almost overnight.
“When I lost my job, I lost my friends too,” Gathu confessed. “People you thought would stand by you during hard times are the same people who pretend they don’t know you anymore.”
Gathu’s retrenchment in 2016 marked a tough chapter in his life.
After years of entertaining and inspiring millions of Kenyans through the airwaves and television screens, he suddenly found himself isolated and struggling with feelings of betrayal and loneliness.
His story is one that resonates with many people who have gone through similar experiences — losing not just financial stability but also social connections when times get hard.
Gathu’s honesty has touched many hearts online, with fans praising him for speaking up about the realities of life after fame and success.
He encouraged others going through tough seasons not to lose hope and reminded them that true friends reveal themselves when life becomes difficult.
“I’m still here, still standing, and still doing what I love. The pain taught me who my real friends are,” he said.
By Kenyans