Just days after appearing to be a picture of happiness during a romantic birthday getaway, comedian Eric Omondi and his fiancée, model Lynne Njihia parted ways unceremoniously.
Lynne, 24, shared the news with her followers on Instagram on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, confirming her separation from the 43-year-old entertainer, with whom she shares an 8-month-old daughter, Kyla Omondi.
“Life update,” Lynne wrote in a post. “I’ve made the decision to end my relationship with Eric Omondi. It wasn’t easy, but it’s what’s best for peace, growth, and the future I envisioned for myself and my daughter. Here’s to new beginnings — always.”
The announcement has surprised many fans who had followed their journey.
Here are five key things to know about their now-ended relationship:
1. Seemingly Happy Just Days Before
The breakup announcement comes shortly after Eric and Lynne shared glimpses of a romantic trip celebrating Lynne’s 24th birthday, leading many to believe their relationship was strong.
2. Welcomed Daughter After Heartbreak
Eric and Lynne welcomed their first child, a daughter named Princess Kyla Omondi, in August 2023.
This came after years of longing and a publicly mourned miscarriage in November 2022.
Eric had expressed the profound significance of becoming a father at 41, while Lynne also shared her deep sorrow at the loss of their unborn child.
3. Engagement in 2023
The couple got engaged on Valentine’s Day in 2023.
Lynne, then 21, excitedly shared news of the proposal and her engagement ring online, referring to it as a “new chapter in the same book,” leading fans to anticipate a wedding.
4. Lynne’s Focus on Peace and Growth
In her breakup announcement, Lynne emphasized that her decision was made in the interest of her “peace, growth, and the future” she envisions for herself and her daughter, suggesting a desire for personal well-being and stability.
5. Eric’s Silence
As of the time of Lynne’s announcement, Eric Omondi has not publicly commented on the end of their relationship on his own social media platforms.
Lynne’s statement indicates that the decision to part ways was not taken lightly and reflects her commitment to moving forward in a way that prioritizes her and her daughter’s future.