Kenyan socialite Amber Ray has hit back at influencer Diana Marua after what many interpreted as a thinly veiled dig at her lifestyle choices, particularly her openness about cosmetic surgery.
Diana, wife of musician Bahati and a prominent influencer in her own right, had recently spoken out urging women to embrace natural beauty and steer clear of going under the knife.
The remarks, widely seen as directed at Amber Ray, did not go unanswered for long.
Amber Ray refuses to back down
On Monday, 7 September, Amber Ray took to her Instagram Stories with a caption that left little to the imagination.
“Babe, some of us can afford the gym and the shortcuts,” she wrote.
“Life is already hard enough… I refuse to make everything a struggle. Respectfully.”
The post was dripping with confidence and a touch of humour, and it landed squarely in the middle of what appears to be a brewing feud between the two women.
Amber, known for her unapologetic personality, made it clear she had zero regrets about the cosmetic procedures she has chosen to undergo.
Amber’s history with cosmetic surgery
This is not the first time Amber has spoken candidly about going under the knife. The socialite has previously been open about undergoing three cosmetic surgeries, even admitting that one procedure left her feeling like she was close to death.
Despite the harrowing experience, she has consistently maintained that looking good is a personal choice she stands by.
Her Monday clap-back reinforced that position, framing cosmetic procedures not as a sign of insecurity but as a luxury she can afford and a shortcut she is happy to take alongside her gym sessions.
Diana, for her part, has built her brand around authenticity and family life alongside Bahati, and her comments on cosmetic surgery reflect a stance she has maintained publicly.
Whether the tension between the two escalates further remains to be seen, but Amber Ray’s response has certainly ensured the conversation will continue.
