Disgraced Empire star, Hakeem Lyon gets put in his place by Kenyan woman for asking her to tie his shoelace
A Kenyan woman has gone viral following an unexpected encounter with American actor Bryshere Y. Gray, best known for his role as Hakeem Lyon in the hit series Empire.
The Moment That Sparked Reactions
The incident reportedly took place at an upscale club in a Nairobi estate, where the woman was dancing when the actor approached her from behind and asked her to tie his shoelaces.
A video shared online shows her turning around, visibly surprised. She declined the request, questioning why she would be expected to kneel and tie his shoes.
Her friends captioned the clip:
“She was dancing like peace itself, then Hakeem Lyon from Empire said, ‘tie my shoe?’ sir?”
Reacting in the moment, the woman is heard saying:
“Hakeem is telling me to fix his shoes… Did he really think I’d kneel down and tie his shoe?”
A visibly irritated Gray responded:
“I will do it myself,” before bending down to tie his own laces.
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Viral Reactions Online
The clip quickly spread across social media, drawing strong reactions from Kenyans, many of whom applauded the woman for refusing the request.
Some users expressed disbelief at the actor’s approach, while others praised the woman for standing her ground and maintaining her dignity.
Divided Opinions
While a large section of online users viewed the incident as disrespectful, others interpreted it as a playful moment that may have been taken too seriously.
The video continues to spark debate, with opinions split between those who see it as an issue of respect and those who believe it was harmless.
The encounter has since added to ongoing conversations about celebrity behavior, personal boundaries, and how public figures interact with fans in social settings.
