The viral ‘Anguka Nayo’ challenge has made its way to Hollywood, thanks to Rachel Mbuki, a US-based Kenyan model and entrepreneur. Mbuki, who runs the entertainment outlet Xtra Access, introduced the slogan and dance to prominent TV stars during the NBC Sumner Press Tour red carpet event on Sunday.
Among the big names participating were Reba McEntire, Kelli Williams, Bellisa Escobedo, and Shanola Hampton, who enthusiastically joined in the ‘Anguka Nayo’ train. While some stars effortlessly pronounced the line, others struggled with its pronunciation but still engaged enthusiastically, some even mastering the dance moves.
Rachel Mbuki added to the lively atmosphere by introducing each star, all visibly excited to express their support and affection for Kenya through the ‘Anguka Nayo’ challenge.
“We love you Kenya! We love you so much Kenya! Keep doing what you’re doing,” Hollywood star Khayun Kim, who stars in the NBC show ‘St. Denis Medical’, said.
“Night Court” star Nyambi Nyambi also joined in, saying, “I love you Kenya!”
“Kenya, my heart is with you. Your generation is gonna save us from ourselves. You guys and this generation, you’re gonna be the ones to keep the planet spinning. Anguka Nayo!” actress Wendi McLendon said.
Country music legend and actress Reba McEntire too expressed her love, simply saying, “Kenya, we love you!”
More stars, including Jessy Schram, Mellisa Peterman, Reid Scott and LaRoyce Hawkings also joined in the fun, all showering Kenyans with love and a little jig too.
On Instagram, Mbuki wrote: “Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars wanted to Let Kenyans know that they have you in their thoughts and they are also on the #angukanayo train with our brave Gen Z. Therefore, as you continue the good fight, just know you are Loved from all over the world and everyone is rooting for you.”
As the anti-government protests continue to reverberate across Kenya, protesters have adopted popular Arbantone hit ‘Anguka Nayo’ as the most applicable anthem to their demands.
