Terry Watahi has hit back at social media users questioning her decision to marry a 60-year-old white man, making it clear that her husband’s age does not bother her.
Terry recently exchanged vows with her partner in a civil wedding ceremony at the Attorney General’s office over the weekend. Their union has attracted widespread attention online, with many Kenyans discussing the significant age difference between the newlyweds.
According to reports, the couple met online before their relationship developed into a romantic partnership that eventually led to marriage.
Following the ceremony, Terry appears unfazed by the mixed reactions surrounding her union. Instead of allowing the criticism to overshadow her happiness, she has responded with humour, seemingly dismissing concerns about her husband’s age.
In a recent social media post, Terry revealed that her husband is 60 years old, referring to him as a “kijana mdogo” — Swahili for “a young man.”
Her remark appeared to be a playful response to those questioning her choice of partner, suggesting that she sees no reason for his age to become a source of controversy in their marriage.
The post has since added to the online conversation surrounding the couple, with social media users expressing differing opinions about relationships involving substantial age gaps.
While some have questioned the union, others have defended Terry’s decision, arguing that consenting adults should be allowed to choose their partners without facing constant criticism from the public.
The marriage has also drawn attention to relationships that begin on social media, where people from different backgrounds and age groups increasingly connect and sometimes go on to build lives together.
Despite the public debate, Terry’s response suggests that she is comfortable with her decision and intends to enjoy her new chapter with her husband.
For now, the newlyweds remain a topic of discussion online, as Kenyans continue to debate whether a significant age difference should influence how society views a marriage.
Terry’s remarks, however, suggest that she is not prepared to let online criticism determine her happiness.