Kimberly Richard: The Glamorous Life of Zimbabwe’s Model and Music Star
Kimberly Richard Chigubu is a Zimbabwean model, singer, and media personality who has captured the public's attention with her beauty, talent, and high-profile marriage to rapper Holy Ten. From pageant stages to music videos, she has quickly become a notable figure in the country's entertainment scene.
Career Highlights
Kimberly's journey into the limelight began after enrolling at the University of Zimbabwe. In 2020, she made her mark in the pageantry world, winning the title of Miss UZ's First Princess and being voted the Most Influential Personality on campus. Her modeling success quickly led to her first role as a video vixen in Jah Prayzah’s hit music video for "Boi Boi" in 2021.
While she had an interest in music from a young age, Kimberly made her official singing debut on her husband Holy Ten's track, "Too Scared." The song received rave reviews, with many hailing her performance. She has since been featured on other hit songs with Holy Ten, including "Banga" and "Ndotokuda," and has expressed a desire to launch her own independent music career.
Personal Life
Born Kimberly Chigubu on September 21, 2001, in Bulawayo, she is the only daughter in a family of six. She attended several schools, including Townsend High School, before enrolling as a Political Science and Diplomacy student at the University of Zimbabwe.
In March 2023, Kimberly married rapper Holy Ten (Mukudzei Chitsama) in a traditional wedding ceremony, where he reportedly paid a lobola of US$15,000. Their marriage was met with a media frenzy and widespread public interest. The couple has a son together, Mukudzei Junior, and Holy Ten has dedicated songs like "Mai Ju" to her.
Frequently Asked Questions
Her real name is Kimberly Chigubu. She adopted "Richard," her father's first name, as her professional surname when she began building her brand on social media.
She first gained prominence after winning Miss UZ's First Princess in 2020 and appearing as a video vixen for Jah Prayzah. Her fame skyrocketed following her public relationship and marriage to popular rapper Holy Ten.
Yes, she and her husband, Holy Ten, have a son named Mukudzei Junior.
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