Kenyan musician and celebrity Bahati has honored a bold promise by shaving off his signature 10-year-old dreadlocks following Arsenal’s elimination from the UEFA Champions League . The Gunners were defeated 2-1 by Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-final second leg, resulting in a 3-1 aggregate loss and ending their hopes of European glory this season .
In the lead-up to the match, Bahati declared on social media that he would part with his cherished dreadlocks if Arsenal were to lose. True to his word, he shared a video of himself preparing for the shave, with his wife, Diana Marua, playfully holding garden shears.
However, Bahati took matters into his own hands the following day, inviting his barber to his home for the transformation. The final reveal was a clean-shaven Bahati, who captioned his post with “New season,” signaling a fresh start and perhaps a hint of regret for placing so much faith in his team.
The musician’s dramatic gesture quickly went viral, with fans expressing a mix of admiration and skepticism. Some questioned the authenticity of the shave, suspecting the image might have been digitally altered. Others commended Bahati for keeping his promise, drawing parallels between his commitment and the importance of honoring one’s word.
Bahati’s decision to part with his dreadlocks underscores the deep emotional connection many fans have with their teams. While the loss was a bitter pill for Arsenal supporters, Bahati’s actions serve as a testament to the lengths to which fans will go to express their loyalty and passion.
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In a related development, former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko also made headlines by fulfilling a daring promise following the match. He had vowed to crash his luxury SUV into a wall if PSG defeated Arsenal. True to his word, Sonko posted clips honoring his vow, further highlighting the fervent emotions stirred by the match .
As the dust settles from the Champions League semi-finals, Bahati’s bold move remains a talking point, reflecting the passionate and sometimes unpredictable nature of football fandom.
