YY Comedian reveals he apologized to his father in-law after his marriage ended

Comedian Oliver Otieno, popularly known as YY Comedian, has opened up about some of the most personal and difficult chapters of his life — touching on forgiveness, co-parenting, and the weight of public scrutiny after a breakup.

Speaking on the ALEX MWAKIDEU TV (AMTV) podcast, YY spoke candidly about the end of his previous relationship, explaining the reasoning behind his decision to walk away and how he continues to prioritize fatherhood and emotional maturity.

The Decision to Walk Away

YY confirmed that his breakup was not caused by infidelity, clarifying that “there was no cheating involved.” Instead, he said the separation came after serious disagreements over personal principles and boundaries — issues that he could not ignore.

“There are certain mistakes you can forgive once. But if someone repeats them, they know what they’re doing,” he said firmly.

The comedian admitted that one of his biggest fears was how the public would perceive him if he chose to end the relationship. Despite that, he realized he could not continue building a future that didn’t align with his values.

“I told myself I’d rather end it than build a life I don’t want,” he said.

YY shared that he had clearly communicated his relationship boundaries from the beginning, telling his partner and even her friend that certain lines should never be crossed — and that if they were, he would walk away.

Even so, YY emphasized that he holds no bitterness toward his ex.

“I forgive her. There’s nothing to hold on to. I forgive her completely,” he affirmed.

Reaching Out to the Parents

In a rare show of accountability, YY revealed that he personally reached out to his ex-partner’s father to explain the situation.

“I called the dad myself, yes I did,” he said. “I told him his daughter knew my boundaries, but she still went ahead and crossed them. I felt really bad that I had to disappoint that man.”

He described the moment as painful but necessary — a gesture meant to close that chapter with honesty and respect.

Co-Parenting with Grace

Despite the emotional challenges of the breakup, YY said he and his ex-partner have found a way to co-parent their daughter successfully.

He explained that he has made a conscious decision never to speak ill of the mother of his child in public, out of respect for their shared responsibility.

“I can’t open my mouth to say anything bad about her. She gave birth to my daughter,” he said.

YY added that he remains fully committed to his parental duties — covering school fees, medical expenses, and spending time with his daughter every weekend from Friday to Monday.

“You must always bow below the child,” he said, emphasizing that the child’s happiness and stability must come first.

He also noted that when he is with his daughter, he only speaks positively about her mother.

“When a woman is no longer under your care, you owe her no argument,” he said, urging co-parents to focus on peace, not conflict.

Lessons in Letting Go

For YY, the breakup was a lesson in emotional maturity and personal boundaries. He advised parents in similar situations to learn how to “detach emotionally” — not from their children, but from the emotional turmoil that often accompanies separation.

Ultimately, YY’s message was one of forgiveness, responsibility, and growth — proving that even after heartbreak, dignity and love for one’s child can guide the way forward.