Before Director Trevor, real name Bonventure Monyancha Kebati, became a household name and met his ex-lover, Mungai Eve, he lived a quiet, carefree life, savouring the joys of youth. But when the world was brought to a standstill by Covid-19 in 2020, Trevor saw a silver lining amid the chaos.
Armed with the little knowledge he had gained from two years at JKUAT University where he was pursuing a degree in mass communication that he never completed, he dove headfirst into the world of online content creation.
Fast forward to today and Trevor, 25, has achieved what many seek through years of education – financial success. In this candid interview, he opens up about his journey as an online creator, the challenges and triumphs he's faced, and the often-overlooked dark side of life in the spotlight.
1. Most people know you from YouTube, but who exactly is Trevor?
2. What did you study in school? Is it what you have always wanted to do?
Unfortunately, I couldn't complete my studies due to financial constraints and the impact of COVID-19. I do plan to return to school to study cinematic arts at a university in South Africa. That’s in the works, and I’ll share more details when everything is finalised.
I attended JKUAT from 2019 to 2021, but I didn’t graduate. My parents aren’t aware of whether I finished school or not, but they know I’m doing well in life, and that’s what matters to them.
3. Looking back at your journey, what are you most proud of, both personally and professionally?
Professionally, I take pride in inspiring many young people to create opportunities on online platforms like YouTube. My achievements have motivated many of them, and my platform has also generated job opportunities. Currently, I employ 14 people including editors, voice-over artists, presenters, and marketing managers. I plan to transform my YouTube and Facebook accounts into 24/7 news outlets. We are actively exploring ways to achieve this.
4. How did you handle the public breakup with your ex-girlfriend, along with the trolling that followed?
Concerning bullies, you can never handle or control bullies online or what they say about you. You simply learn how to deal with the issue itself. I handled the pressure at that time by leaning on the fact that it would eventually subside. Such experiences have been valuable learning avenues and have contributed to my growth and development.
5. You’re known for your stylish personality, how did that come about, and who inspires your style?
I don’t have a specific individual who inspires my style. Like I said, some fans didn't understand my fashion and so right now, I’m not willing to spend so much on it since it doesn’t add any value to my brand. It was a bit too complicated, similar to how Nigerian music video director and cinematographer, TG Omori dresses, which isn’t something Kenyans can easily relate to. My most expensive outfit probably cost Sh100,000. It is a black suit and shoes.
