Bradley Marongo, a 27-year-old man from Vihiga County, has undoubtedly captured Kenyans’ hearts with his extraordinary height of 8 feet 2 inches (2.49 meters). Bradley marongo has a wife with whom they have two lovely daughters.
Currently residing in Kangemi, Nairobi, he has consequently become a social media sensation with 15,000 TikTok followers. As a result, he regularly shares glimpses of his life as a “Goliath Gen Z” on the platform.
Nevertheless, Marongo faces unique challenges daily. For instance, he often becomes the center of attention, especially at public events. While onlookers, including police officers, express amazement, he unfortunately dislikes the mocking comments that sometimes follow.
Naturally, his life accommodates his size. Therefore, he uses a custom-made bed and prefers baggy clothing. Moreover, finding fitting trousers is particularly difficult.
Similarly, his shoe size, between 47 and 48, leads him to second-hand markets for footwear. Although shopping attracts stares, Marongo nonetheless stays positive. Infact, he aspires to meet prominent figures, including President William Ruto.
Meanwhile, the internet’s reaction to Marongo mixes admiration and curiosity. Consequently, many netizens suggest he explore sports or entertainment opportunities. As Kenya’s tallest man, his story undeniably resonates widely. Thus, it highlights both challenges and extraordinary experiences of being a giant.
some have made some humourous comments. Here are some of the comments on social media