Kenyan gospel artist Linet Munyali, popularly known as Size 8, and her husband, DJ Mo (Samuel Muraya), have opened up about the emotional toll their 2024 separation took on their family—especially their children.
The couple, who tied the knot in 2013, left fans in shock when they announced their split on social media. However, in a candid interview with Betty Kyallo, they shared their journey through pain, reflection, and eventual reconciliation in 2025.
Size 8 confessed that despite the separation, she missed DJ Mo deeply but was too proud to admit it. “It was really hard. I had to humble myself because I’m not perfect either,” she said. “I pretended not to care, but I really missed him.” More than that, she longed for his presence in their children’s lives.
“DJ Mo is an incredible father,” she noted. “When a marriage is strained, it’s the children who bear the brunt. Parents need to consider counseling for their kids during such times.”
Their daughter, Wambo, felt the absence most intensely. Size 8 recalled being heartbroken after Wambo’s teacher mentioned that she had cried in class because “her daddy lives in a different house.” This moment made Size 8 reevaluate her decisions. “I realized I had been selfish. I hadn’t fully considered what Wambo needed,” she admitted.
DJ Mo, on his part, missed spending time with his children and made efforts to stay connected. Even during a trip he took them on without Size 8, his focus remained on rekindling their relationship.
“I would visit the kids and find ways to let her know I still missed her,” he said with a smile. “I even started flirting with her again—like we were back to dating.”
That playful persistence led to deeper conversations. The two sat down, addressed their differences, and gradually repaired their bond through honesty and renewed commitment. “As a man, you’ve got to stay sharp,” DJ Mo added, chuckling.
The Murayas’ story is a reminder of the impact marital issues can have on children—and the importance of working toward healing, not just for the couple, but for the family as a whole.
