The comments came during a live session where Sheryl appeared to downplay the situation, insisting she had already moved on and was currently in a new relationship.
“Kama singekuwa na mtu ndio ningekuwa naumia. Mimi Nina mtu saa hii mwenye ananipenda, he’s an American citizen. I honestly give Steve Nice and Hannah Benta my blessing,” she said.
Hannah Benta // INSTAGRAMSheryl Says She Has Moved On
During the livestream, Sheryl maintained that she was at peace with the situation and insisted her focus was now on her current relationship.She repeatedly shifted attention back to her current relationship, insisting she now had someone who loved her and treated her well.
“Mimi nina mtu saa hii mwenye ananipenda,” she repeated.
Online Reactions
The clip triggered thousands of reactions online, with Kenyans sharply divided over the matter.
Some defended Hannah and Sheryl, while others questioned whether boundaries between friends had been crossed.
Here are some of the reactions:
“A sharp, humble, intelligent woman, and she’s wise,” one user wrote.
“I will never date my friend’s ex,” another commented.
“What happened to girl code?” asked another viewer.
“Weather ukue na mtu or not, cha kuuma ni nini hapo,” another user reacted.
“Pain successfully distributed,” another comment read.
Sheryl Gabriella // InstagramFriendship History Raises Questions
The discussion surrounding the trio has attracted attention largely because Hannah Benta and Sheryl Gabriella were once considered close friends.
In previous videos and public appearances, the two creators frequently praised each other online and even exchanged expensive gifts publicly. Earlier this year, Sheryl surprised Hannah with flowers, chocolates, and gifts in a display many fans described as “friendship goals.”
The pair had also appeared together during TikTok live sessions on several occasions, with Hannah previously referring to Sheryl as one of the people closest to her.
