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Ruth Maingi is an award-winning, multitalented actress who combines acting, dance, voice-over artistry and costume design to cut her niche as an all-around star. She is the Ambassador for USA-based The African Film Festival (TAFF) and represents Kenya. Many know her for her acting debut win in 2009 when she landed a lead role in the TV series 'The Team' . She has appeared in over 40 films, including over six films in the Africa Magic Original Films Series. She was the lead actress in the original 'Mama Duka' drama series, which won the AMVCA Award for Best Indigenous Original TV Series and Film East Africa in 2014. She also played as a nurse in the film '18 Hours', a drama film that won several awards including the best overall film at the AMVCA 2018. We bring you an exclusive interview with this icon who is flying the Kenyan flag high abroad.
You started acting 18 years ago. What was it like landing the lead role in 'The Team'?
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