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Celebrated actress Kate Actress has revealed that she will attend a prestigious state dinner at the White House.
Kate will be joining President William Ruto and filmmaker Eddie Butita in a historic US tour marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Kenya and the United States.
On May 19, Eddie Butita shared his excitement about joining President Ruto on this significant visit.
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"I am leaving for the USA today. Thank you, William Samoei Ruto, for choosing me to accompany you to the United States Of America State Visit hosted by the USA President, His Excellency President Joe Biden. The fact that I'm part of the head of the state delegation is a clear sign, and we are happy that the creative industry is part of the conversations we are going to have during this trip," he wrote on Facebook.
Kate took to Instagram to share her joy about being part of the delegation.
She thanked US Ambassador Meg Whitman for inviting her.
Kate, Butita, and President Ruto will also attend a luncheon at the Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. President Ruto had previously mentioned his intention to discuss ways to unlock Kenya’s film potential with Tyler Perry.
Kate's Instagram post read:
"Good morning . This village girl will be attending the state dinner at the White House & a Luncheon at the #TylerPerry studios in Atlanta by invitation from Her Excellency #AmbassadorMegWhitman . @usembassynairobi your efforts and commitment towards the growth of the Kenyan creative economy is greatly appreciated."
Friends, colleagues and fans flooded Kate's comment section with congratulatory messages, proud that she was getting recognition for her work.
@holydavemuthengi:
"Wueh congrats! Wanakubali +1?"
@jackyvike:
"Represent Represent!"
@minne_cayy:
"Shine on my babe….❤❤salimia Tyler Perry, mshow Talent imeivaaa sanaa Kenya."
@chrismurithi:
"This is huge!!! Congratulations, my friend. Get it ."
@jmatubia:
"So proud of you, my love #favouredchild."
@diana_marua:
"Eeeeeeiiisshhh!! See God. Congratulations ."
@willisraburu:
"Keep shining."
@bridgetshighadi:
"Huitaji mtu wa kukufuta jasho just incase?"
@sharonooja:
"Girl, yes, energy! On this end we win only! Child of Grace! So proud of you, my queen."
@kui_natasha:
"Here for the looks, congratulations, mama."
@mummiefrancie:
"Amazing. The world better prepare for real."
@cikumateo:
"Wow, just wow! Congratulations, girl. The gift of a man maketh room for him."
@nyawiragachugi:
"This is major! Always so proud!"
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Kate Actress poses for a photo(left), Eddie Butita smiles for a photo(centre) and President William Ruto addresses people during a past event(right).
Eddie Butita and Kate Actress To Attend The State Dinner At The White
Kate Actress, Eddie Butita to Attend State Dinner at White House with