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== Personal Life ==

Njugush married Celestine Ndinda, popularly known as Wakavinye, on December 10, 2016, in a vibrant ceremony at the Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) Evergreen Church in Runda, Nairobi, followed by a reception at the same venue. The wedding, attended by Kenyan entertainment luminaries such as Abel Mutua, Philip Karanja, Catherine Kamau, and DJ Mo, was a celebrated event, widely covered by local media for its blend of elegance and humor.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/275081-njugush-wife-age-profile-photos.html Tuko.co.ke - Njugush Wife]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ca90WhXssA Parents Magazine Africa - Njugush and Wakavinye Open Up]</ref> The couple met in 2006 as students at the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC), bonding over shared ambitions and a mutual love for creativity, despite Njugush’s financial struggles at the time. “I slept on a mat; she stayed and believed in me,” he shared, recalling their early days in a modest single room in Nairobi’s South B estate.<ref>[https://globeanswer.com/njugush-net-worth/ Globe Answer - Njugush Net Worth]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ll40jyBrc Switch TV - Njugush Talks About His Wife, Comedy, and More]</ref> Celestine, a marketer, influencer, and co-creator of their content, also manages their finances, bringing discipline to Njugush’s creative pursuits. “She’s my backbone; I’m the dreamer,” he said, emphasizing their complementary partnership.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ca90WhXssA Parents Magazine Africa - Njugush and Wakavinye Open Up]</ref> In a January 2020 interview, Njugush revealed that Celestine supported him financially during their college years by selling clothes to classmates, often sharing her profits to ensure he had food and transport. “She’d get mad when I had no money for lunch,” he recalled, highlighting her pivotal role in his early survival.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/412345-njugush-real-househelps-kawangware-comedian-clothing-line-owner.html Tuko.co.ke - From Real Househelps to Clothing Line Owner]</ref>

The couple welcomed their first son, Timothy Kimani Ndegwa Jr., nicknamed Tugi, on March 10, 2018. Tugi, whose name means “hope” in Kikuyu, frequently appears in their YouTube skits, showcasing a natural flair for performance that mirrors his father’s. Their second son, Toria, was born on August 17, 2022, and was introduced to the public via an Instagram post in September 2022, with his face fully revealed in a festive family photo shared in December 2022.<ref>[https://vocal.media/humans/njugush-age-net-worth-comedy-wife-biography-real-name-and-more Vocal Media - Njugush Biography]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ca90WhXssA Parents Magazine Africa - Njugush and Wakavinye Open Up]</ref> Njugush and Celestine are protective of their children’s privacy, carefully limiting Tugi’s social media exposure to prevent overexposure. “We teach him humility, not fame,” Njugush noted, emphasizing their focus on grounding their sons despite their public personas.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ca90WhXssA Parents Magazine Africa - Njugush and Wakavinye Open Up]</ref> The family resides in Nairobi, in a modern mansion under construction since 2021, which Njugush unveiled in a 2022 YouTube vlog. The home features a transformed front yard with a stone wall, gazebo, and landscaped garden, reflecting their growing wealth while maintaining privacy about its exact location.<ref>[https://globeanswer.com/njugush-net-worth/ Globe Answer - Njugush Net Worth]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l89KYLw-tMk Spice FM - Njugush: From Meru to Millions]</ref><ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/412345-njugush-real-househelps-kawangware-comedian-clothing-line-owner.html Tuko.co.ke - From Real Househelps to Clothing Line Owner]</ref> A 2024 Standard Media article noted the mansion’s completion, describing it as a “testament to their hustle” with eco-friendly features like solar panels.<ref name="StandardMedia">{{cite web |url=https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/article/2001483923/njugush-and-wakavinye-expand-be-knit-brand |title=Njugush and Wakavinye Expand Be Knit Brand |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref>

Raised in a strict Christian household under the guidance of his pastor father, Rev. Bernard Ndegwa, Njugush credits his faith for his resilience and moral grounding. “My dad’s discipline and prayers keep me grounded,” he said, noting daily prayers as a cornerstone of his routine.<ref>[https://globeanswer.com/njugush-net-worth/ Globe Answer - Njugush Net Worth]</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ll40jyBrc Switch TV - Njugush Talks About His Wife, Comedy, and More]</ref> His 2024 memoir, *Whispers From My Childhood*, published by Nuria Store, delves into his upbringing, revealing a teenage suicide attempt triggered by bullying over his slender physique, a disclosure that sparked widespread mental health discussions among fans on X.<ref name="NTVKenya">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/4y0wbm1pgK |title=Njugush, Suicide Attempt and Meteoric Rise to Millionaire |publisher=NTV Kenya |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref><ref name="NuriaStore">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/xQwepaV3qI |title=Whispers From My Childhood By Timothy Kimani (Njugush) |publisher=Nuria Store |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> Despite his wealth, estimated at $100,000 to $2 million, Njugush maintains a modest lifestyle, often reflecting on his early days of poverty. “I’m not flashy; I value what matters,” he shared, citing family and faith over material displays.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l89KYLw-tMk Spice FM - Njugush: From Meru to Millions]</ref> His commitment to health, sparked by online trolling, led him to adopt a gym routine since 2018, adding muscle and improving stamina, which he credits for enhancing his stage performances.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuB50EgOMYo Mic Cheque Podcast - Njugush Full Interview]</ref>

Njugush and Celestine’s marriage is a public exemplar of partnership, often showcased in their *Through Thick and Thin* (TTNT) shows and YouTube skits, where they humorously navigate parenting and relationship dynamics. In a 2022 Parents Magazine Africa interview, they discussed their approach to resolving conflicts quickly through open communication. “We argue, but we don’t sleep on it,” Celestine said, while Njugush praised her as his “manager and anchor.”<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ca90WhXssA Parents Magazine Africa - Njugush and Wakavinye Open Up]</ref> Their shared Christian values, including praying together, strengthen their bond, as Njugush noted: “Faith binds us; it’s our foundation.”<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ll40jyBrc Switch TV - Njugush Talks About His Wife, Comedy, and More]</ref> In 2024, they celebrated their eighth anniversary with a heartfelt Instagram post, Njugush captioning a throwback photo: “From a mat to a mansion, you’re my constant.”<ref name="PulseLive">{{cite web |url=https://www.pulselive.co.ke/entertainment/njugush-launches-podcast-unplugged/ |title=Njugush Launches Podcast Unplugged |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref> The couple also engages in philanthropy, quietly sponsoring education for underprivileged children through their *Be Your Own Boss* (BYOB) initiative, a detail Njugush shared in a 2024 Lynn Ngugi interview, emphasizing their desire to “give back without fanfare.”<ref name="LynnNgugi">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/B8308D60h0 |title=Njugush on Speaking Against Ruto’s Regime |publisher=Lynn Ngugi |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref>

Njugush’s personal life extends to his close relationships with industry peers, particularly Abel Mutua, whom he considers a brother and mentor. Their friendship, forged at KIMC, has led to collaborations like *Hapa Kule News* and mutual support in their ventures. “Abel opened doors; I owe him a lot,” Njugush said in a 2023 Mic Cheque Podcast episode.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuB50EgOMYo Mic Cheque Podcast - Njugush Full Interview]</ref> He maintains a private yet approachable demeanor, often interacting with fans on Instagram Live, where he shares parenting anecdotes and fitness tips. His memoir also highlights his bond with his brother Ngugi, who has appeared in minor roles in their skits, reinforcing their creative synergy.<ref name="NuriaStore"/> Despite his fame, Njugush remains rooted in his Meru heritage, occasionally visiting his hometown to reconnect with family and support local church initiatives, as noted in a 2024 X post by @meru_finest: “Njugush never forgets his roots; he’s still our Meru boy.”<ref name="MeruFinest">{{cite web |url=https://t.co/Z8kLmN4pQw |title=Njugush’s Meru Roots |publisher=Meru Finest |accessdate=2025-05-11}}</ref>