Marya Okoth Opens Up on Motherhood, Fame & Showmax’s Adam to Eve

At just 26, Marya Okoth has already lived several lives in the public eye — breakout TV star, fashion designer, influencer, mother, and now, a woman boldly rewriting her own narrative.

From her scene-stealing role as Maryann on A Nurse Toto, to navigating a highly public breakup and emerging stronger, more self-assured, and creatively reborn, Marya’s journey has been anything but ordinary.

Now starring in Showmax’s gender-flip dramedy Adam to Eve, the actress opens up about love, loss, motherhood, creative identity, and the quiet power behind her recent glow-up — a chapter she describes as her most honest yet.

From Interior Design to Acting: How Creativity Shapes Her Craft

Although many fans know Marya for her acting, few realize she is formally trained in interior design — a background that deeply informs her performances.

“My design training taught me to be detail-oriented, emotionally intuitive, and sensitive to how spaces tell stories. That translates beautifully into acting,” she explains.

Her keen visual awareness allows her to engage deeply with wardrobe, set design, and lighting, collaborating closely with production teams to ensure every visual element supports the emotional truth of her character.

“At the core, both design and acting are about storytelling — one through space, the other through emotion. I’m lucky that one discipline enriches the other.”

Balancing Motherhood, Acting, and Influence While Staying Authentic

Juggling multiple identities is no small task, but Marya approaches it with honesty and intention.

“Motherhood, acting, and influencing all pull from different parts of me, but they come from the same core — I show up as myself,” she says. “I don’t chase perfection. I allow each season of my life to take its place.”

Rather than striving for rigid balance, she focuses on harmony — tuning into what needs her most in each moment.

“What keeps me authentic is remembering why I started. I love storytelling, connection, and growth. My audience has grown with me, and I think they appreciate vulnerability and realness.”

Lessons from A Nurse Toto That Shaped Adam to Eve

Marya’s breakout role in A Nurse Toto proved pivotal, not just for visibility, but for growth.

“That experience taught me discipline, emotional depth, and how powerful grounded storytelling can be. It showed me how vulnerability, humor, and grit create characters people truly connect with.”

These lessons directly shaped her approach to Adam to Eve, where she plays Ciku, a woman navigating emotional vulnerability and transformation.

Building On-Screen Chemistry with Blessing Lung’aho

In Adam to Eve, Ciku’s relationship with Makori is central to the story. Marya credits the show’s emotional authenticity to strong collaboration.

“Chemistry is about trust, communication, and mutual respect. Blessing and I spent time understanding each other’s rhythms, vulnerabilities, and creative styles.”

This foundation allowed their on-screen relationship to develop organically, resulting in believable emotional depth.

What Adam to Eve Teaches About Love and Empathy

For Marya, the heart of Adam to Eve lies in its message about everyday compassion.

“Love and empathy are daily choices. It’s not about grand gestures — it’s about consistent kindness, listening, and showing up.”

The series explores emotional role reversals, vulnerability, and modern relationships, offering viewers thoughtful reflections on gender, connection, and understanding.

The Surprising Side of Marya Okoth

Despite her public persona, Marya describes herself as naturally introverted.

“I’m actually very shy at heart. I love people, but I need stillness to recharge. That quiet time fuels my creativity.”

This balance of introspection and expression has become central to her personal growth and evolving artistry.