Assaulted While Drunk: How Amber Ray, Kennedy Rapudo Breakup Unfolded

Businessman Kennedy Rapudo on Monday, October 16 stunned Kenyans by confessing that he assaulted fiancée Faith Makau popularly known as Amber Ray, a matter which triggered their latest breakup.

While details surrounding the incident were initially private, with some believing them to be an act of clout chasing, Rapudo confirmed that they separated over an incident that occurred on Friday, October 13.

In a series of Instagram stories, Rapudo utilised the moment to address the speculations by speaking openly regarding the events that culminated in the separation of the couple.

Noting that their marriage wasn't as perfect as Kenyans had perceived it to be, he admitted that the altercation that occurred on Friday night began while he and Amber were both under the influence.

“Yes, we’ve separated over an event that happened while we were both intoxicated on the night of [October] 13. It’s an event that should have never happened, and I feel very sorry and deeply regret that it happened, mostly to the person that I swore to protect and love with all that I had," he wrote.

However, Rapudo emphasized that the isolated incident did not form part and parcel of his character, seemingly pinning blame on his now estranged fiancée for publicising the separation despite it being the only incident that has happened between them.

“What caught me by surprise is the manner in which the writer chose her words! ‘One single isolated’ incident doesn’t mean that I’m a violent person. I’ve never been and I never will be!" Rapudo defended.

"I’m raising two beautiful girls, and I will never advocate for any domestic violence or Gender-Based Violence. I am man enough to admit when I’m on the wrong, and on this ‘1’ particular incident, I was on the wrong, but it doesn’t change who I am.”

He concluded with a heartfelt apology to Amber Ray, saying, “To the mother of my beautiful daughter, I am deeply sorry and sincerely regret my action in that moment of weakness. XOXO.”

On October 13, Amber Ray made public her experiences and feelings regarding the challenges in her marriage, claiming her current union witnessed an erosion of love and unity, vital factors contributing to the success of the marriage.

“I have been in that environment for a while now, and my peace and safety have made it impossible for me to stay," she wrote, indicating troubles between her and Rapudo.

“I know it will be a long couple of days/weeks for me, but I’d rather be at peace inside than project a false haven on the outside. I’d rather speak my truth than let gossip tarnish what I have built for myself and my family thus far. Things in my household have not been okay… but they will be. My family will be okay. And eventually, I will be okay.”

Rapudo proposed to Amber Ray for the second time after the first proposal in November 2022 after their return to Nairobi from Mauritius was interrupted by the Kenya Airways pilots' strike.

The last time they parted ways was on August 24, 2022, but they would get back together two months later during their visit to Amber's parents.