At just 26, Marya Okoth has already lived several lives in the public eye, breakout TV darling, influencer, designer, mother, and now a woman confidently rewriting her own narrative.
From her scene-stealing role as Maryann on ‘A Nurse Toto’ to starring in Showmax’s latest dramedy Adam to Eve, Okoth says every chapter has shaped the artist she is today.
Trained in interior design before fully embracing acting, Okoth says her academic background continues to influence her craft.
“My background in interior design has shaped my acting more than people might expect. Design trains you to be detail oriented, emotionally intuitive, and aware of how spaces tell stories and all of that translates beautifully into performance.
“It has also given me a keen eye for aesthetics on set. I naturally observe how wardrobe, set design, and lighting contribute to the narrative, and I enjoy collaborating with directors and production teams to make sure every visual moment supports the character’s truth.
“At the end of the day, both design and acting are forms of storytelling, one through space, the other through emotion and I feel lucky that one discipline enhances the other for me.”
Over the years, fans have watched her evolve from actress to influencer and mother, roles she says are less about balance and more about harmony.
“Motherhood, acting, and influencing each pull from different parts of my personality, but they all come from the same core, I show up as myself. I don’t try to fit into a box, and I don’t feel pressured to present a ‘perfect’ image.
“I have learned to give each season of my life its space. Some moments I’m fully immersed in motherhood, other times I’m deep in my craft on set, and sometimes I’m in creative mode as a storyteller and content creator. It’s less about balance and more about harmony knowing what needs me most in each moment.
“What keeps me authentic is remembering why I started, I genuinely love connecting with people, telling stories, and evolving. My audience has grown with me, and I think they appreciate honesty, vulnerability, and the fact that I’m still learning and exploring just like everyone else.”
Reflecting on her breakthrough role in ‘A Nurse Toto’, Okoth describes the experience as transformative.
“‘A Nurse Toto’ was such a defining experience for me not just because it introduced my work to a wider audience, but because it taught me discipline, emotional depth, and the power of storytelling rooted in real everyday life. That role demanded vulnerability, humor, and grit, and it showed me how powerful it is when a character feels relatable and grounded. I learned to listen more.”
Now starring in ‘Adam to Eve’, she speaks warmly about building on-screen chemistry with her co-star Blessing.
“Chemistry on screen is really about trust, communication, and respecting each other’s craft. Blessing and I approached it very intentionally. We had conversations about our characters’ emotional rhythms, their vulnerabilities, and what truly draws them to each other beyond the surface.
“We spent time understanding each other’s working style, and we allowed the friendship and ease between us to develop naturally.”
Through the show’s exploration of relationships, Okoth believes audiences will walk away with a renewed perspective on empathy.
“I think viewers will see that love and empathy are choices we make every day not grand gestures, but small, consistent acts of kindness, listening, and showing up for each other.”
And despite her public persona, Okoth reveals there is still a quieter side to her.
“One thing people might be surprised to learn is that I’m actually quite shy and introverted at heart. I love people and connections, but I need a lot of quiet time to recharge. My creativity really flows when I have stillness, and I’m happiest when I can retreat, reset, and pour back into myself.”
