Sheryl Gabriella, whose official name is Sheryl Cherono, is a Kenyan digital content creator, musician, actress, TikToker, YouTuber, and entrepreneur.
Sheryl is widely known for her entertaining lifestyle vlogs, motherhood content, comedy skits, and music covers that have earned her a large following across East Africa.
She rose to prominence through her relatable storytelling as a young single mother and her creative collaborations with popular comedian I Am Kabugi.
In addition, she is regarded as one of Kenya’s fastest-rising digital influencers, having successfully built a career across multiple social media platforms.
Sheryl is credited with turning personal challenges into opportunities, inspiring many young people through her story of resilience, hard work, and determination.
Speaking in various interviews and online discussions, she has often explained that becoming a mother at a young age motivated her to work harder and pursue financial independence.
“My son became my biggest motivation,” Sheryl has stated when discussing her journey as a content creator and entrepreneur with Shiksha Arora.
Early Life and Family
Sheryl was born on January 7, 2001, in Sotik, in Kericho County.
She was raised in Bomet County after her parents separated when she was about five years old, with her mother, Anita Kirui, raising Sheryl and her two siblings as a single parent.
Sheryl has frequently credited her mother’s sacrifices and determination for shaping her values and work ethic.
Her mother worked various jobs, including domestic work and selling second-hand clothes (mitumba), to support the family.
In her personal life, Sheryl is a mother to one son, Adrian Sebastian, who was born in 2020.
Although her relationship status has attracted public attention over the years, she has clarified that she is not married.
Following her close friendship and working relationship with comedian I Am Kabugi led to dating rumors, but both have maintained that they are professional partners and content collaborators.
Educational Background
Sheryl attended primary and secondary school in Bomet, where she developed an interest in drama and creative activities.
When in Form Four, Sheryl explained that her school had banned all the Form Four students from attending the drama festival, but she defiantly attended and won the best actress award in the competition.
She later pursued studies in Journalism and Mass Communication at the Multimedia University of Kenya, graduating with a diploma.
Sheryl Gabriella’s Digital Media Career
Before becoming an online star, Sheryl worked several jobs to support herself, including as a waitress, reportedly earning about KSh 12,000 per month while living in Juja.
In addition, Sheryl undertook hotel hosting assignments at CJ Hotel that paid approximately KSh 700 per day.
Her breakthrough came when she began posting cover songs and lifestyle content on YouTube in 2021.
However, her rise to fame came in 2022, when her comedy skits and relatable social media content went viral.
Her collaborations with I Am Kabugi on the popular “Shembeteng” challenge videos shot on Jamuhuri Day created an online presence for Sheryl Gabriella.
Music Career and Entrepreneurship
Alongside content creation, Sheryl has pursued music professionally, releasing songs such as Napona, Umeninasa, and Enjoy.
She has also attracted a loyal audience through covers of songs by leading East African artists, including Diamond Platnumz and Jay Melody.
Her music career continues to complement her growing influence as an entertainer and digital creator.
Net Worth
Beyond social media, Sheryl has ventured into business and entrepreneurship, owning a sneaker business and investing in family development projects, including poultry farming ventures.
Her influence has attracted partnerships with major brands, including BangBet and Coca-Cola.
One of her most celebrated achievements was building a modern bungalow for her mother between 2024 and 2025, fulfilling a dream she had often shared with her followers.
Sheryl has shared that her TikTok live streaming has become one of her most profitable platforms alongside her other ventures.
During her livestream, Sheryl reported earning approximately KSh 25,000 per day from gifts and audience engagement.
One promotional campaign reportedly generated about KSh 1.35 million over three months, despite not publicly stating an exact figure for her net worth. Sheryl has always noted in her interviews that she is financially stable.
Personal Struggles
Like many public figures, Sheryl has faced several personal and professional challenges.
She has publicly discussed recurring health complications related to ovarian cysts.
Sheryl has also spoken about setbacks associated with online competitions and alleged scams, including controversies surrounding a voting contest that promised substantial prize money.
Despite these difficulties, she has remained focused on expanding her brand and supporting her family.
Currently, Sheryl Gabriella continues creating content across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and other social media platforms.
She is also actively pursuing music, brand partnerships, entrepreneurship, and lifestyle influencing.
