Private Ceremonies Mark New Beginning

Award-winning Kenyan actress Marya Okoth has married lawyer and government advisor Jack Okula in a series of private ceremonies, culminating in a white wedding on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, EAT. The union has captured public attention, coming less than a year after her widely publicized separation from comedian Oliver Otieno, popularly known as YY, with whom she shares a daughter.

The couple maintained a low profile, with details of their nuptials emerging primarily through social media posts from friends and family. A traditional wedding was held in Ugenya, Siaya County, with celebrations taking place on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, August 3, 2025, EAT. Photos from the traditional ceremony showed Okoth in a leopard-print dress with a feathered headpiece, while the groom wore a light beige traditional outfit. The white wedding was a glamorous affair, with Okoth in a classic white gown and Okula in a matching white and black suit.

Who is Jack Okula?

Jack Okula is a lawyer and serves as the Technical (Legal) Advisor to the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Education's State Department for Basic Education, Professor Julius K. Bitok. A devout member of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church, his faith was a prominent theme in the wedding. During the ceremony, Okula delivered moving vows referencing their shared spiritual journey, including their respective baptisms in the SDA Church in August 2025. Beyond his legal and government roles, Okula is also an entrepreneur and the owner of a restaurant in Nairobi's Upper Hill. High-profile guests, including the Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, attended the wedding and publicly congratulated the couple.

A New Chapter and Public Reaction

Marya Okoth, born on December 26, 1999, is an actress and interior designer who gained significant fame for her role as 'Maryann' in the comedy-drama series 'A Nurse Toto'. Her previous relationship with comedian YY was highly public, and their separation in September 2024 was confirmed by both parties. In an interview from October 2024, YY stated that while they were not legally married, they considered themselves husband and wife.

Following the wedding, public discussion turned to the composition of Okoth's bridal party. Observers on social media noted the absence of celebrity figures among her bridesmaids, who were elegantly dressed in green gowns. This choice was interpreted by many fans as a deliberate move to maintain privacy and was widely praised as going "against the grain." Okoth herself has not publicly commented on her wedding or the bridal party selection, maintaining the private stance she has held since her relationship with Okula began.

The wedding is a significant personal milestone for the actress, who has previously spoken about the challenges of navigating life and motherhood in the public eye. Her union with a prominent government official marks a distinct new phase in her life, away from the entertainment-focused circles she was previously associated with.