Video of Rigathi Gachagua Getting His Makeup Done Before Interview Sparks Reactions
- Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua came out to explain where he was during the June 25 protests after accusations linking him to the demos
- Before his TV interview, he was captured on video undergoing preparations to ensure he looked on point
- Beautician Florah Adagi, who has worked with creatives during shoots, told TUKO.co.ke that even men must have their makeup done before filming
A video of former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua getting his makeup done before a TV interview has amused Kenyans.
Source: TikTok
Gachagua was on TV talking about his whereabouts during the June 25 protests after accusations that he was the one who sponsored the demonstrations.
In the video that he shared on his TikTok page, the politician was seen in his house, getting his face touched up by a makeup artist.
Rigathi Gachagua's new look
The father of two was sitting comfortably in his vintage shirt as the makeup artist brushed his face with some powder.
At one point, the leader stopped talking and closed his eyes as the pretty lady continued giving him a final touch.
In the background, his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi's portrait could be seen hanging between pinned curtains.
Captioning the video, Gachagua wrote:
"Getting ready for my interview."
Watch the video below:
Why do men do makeup?
Beautician and makeup artiste Florah Adagi, who has worked with creatives, explained to TUKO.co.ke why men must do their makeup.
"I know most people find it odd, but makeup helps reduce shine and evens out skin tone, ensuring men look their best under the bright studio lights. It minimises the appearance of any blemishes, wrinkles that can be exaggerated on high-definition cameras. It also enhances professionalism and confidence, contributing to a polished on-TV presence," she said.
Here are some of the reactions from social media users:
@user9836092816836 said:
"Riggy G ungejua vile nakupenda, nakula tu teargas juu ya love yako."
@njeriMresh said:
"I love Wamunyoro, but makeup will make him look different. Better Arimis and then wipe him with a dry towel."
@Slay Queen said:
"Lakini Riggy G yaaani hata ukipakwa baking powder hueezi shine hata kidogo, surely."
@Lakim said:
"Umesahau lip balm."
@Le Kim said:
"Sasa imebaki lip gloss sasa."
@farzie Farzana said:
"Mimi na Riggy G tunapenda makeup."
@Jiji Shee said:
"Tafuteni pesa mjue make up si ya wanawake pekee."
@The Duke said:
"Lakini hata after makeup bado sioni change."
@Ruth Kabura said:
"Nilishindwa mbona anaglow."
Source: Facebook
Did Gachagua sponsor demonstrations?
During the interview, the former deputy head of state set the record straight as he shut down claims that linked him to the Gen Z protests that turned chaotic despite starting off as peaceful.
Gachagua denied funding the protests and described the allegations as pure misinformation aimed at tarnishing his name.
He also claimed that the government was involved in the violence that was witnessed during the memorial protests.
The politician also reacted to claims by the government that the Gen Z protests were an attempted coup.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
