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April 21, 2026
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Disgraced Empire star, Hakeem Lyon gets put in his place by Kenyan woman for asking her to tie his shoelace

Disgraced Empire star, Hakeem Lyon gets put in his place by Kenyan woman for asking her to tie his shoelace

A Kenyan woman has gone viral following an unexpected encounter with American actor Bryshere Y. Gray, best known for his role as Hakeem Lyon in the hit series Empire. The Moment That Sparked Reactions The incident reportedly took place at an upscale club in a Nairobi estate, wher..

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American actor Bryshere Y. Gray, known for his role as Hakeem Lyon in the series Empire, has gone viral after a Kenyan woman refused his request to tie his shoelaces in a Nairobi club.

  • The encounter happened after Gray approached the woman while she was dancing and asked her to bend down and tie his shoes.
  • The woman visibly questioned the request, and Gray ultimately tied his own shoelaces.
  • The video of the incident has sparked debate online, with many Kenyans applauding the woman for asserting her dignity, while some see it as a playful moment.

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Kenyan Entertainment Figures Navigate Public Attention And Career Moves - April 2026

Kenyan actor Malik Lemmy, popularly known as Govi from the TV series Machachari, is embarking on a new journey in the United States to pursue global opportunities. Rapper Octopizzo has revealed the surprising reason behind his unusually close bond with his ex-mother-in-law, who became a vital support system after the mother of his daughter left during his financial struggles. Meanwhile, American actor Bryshere Y. Gray, known for his role as Hakeem Lyon in the series Empire, has gone viral after a Kenyan woman refused his request to tie his shoelaces in a Nairobi club. These stories highlight various dimensions of Kenyan entertainment personalities navigating both personal and professional transitions.

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