‘We grew apart’ — Kate Henshaw speaks on relationship with Genevieve Nnaji

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has again opened up about her relationship with fellow actress Genevieve Nnaji, revealing that their once-close friendship gradually faded over time.

The 54-year-old said she could not explain what led to the distance between them, despite their previously strong bond.

“We grew apart. We were close and we used to go to events together and then there was that gap…I don’t know what happened, I don’t know what came over her but hey, I moved on,” she said on the latest episode of the Tea With Tay podcast.

Reflecting on the experience, Henshaw said relationships often evolve with time, noting that people come into one’s life for different reasons and seasons.

“I say this with hindsight: People are in your life for different reasons and seasons,” she said.

“Some are roots, some are branches, some are leafs. That’s how it is through life. Roots would always be roots.”

This is not the first time Henshaw has spoken publicly about her relationship with Nnaji. In 2023, the actress admitted that although they had experienced issues in their friendship, they were never serious conflicts.

“Genevieve, we have had our issues but not big issues you know,” Henshaw said.

“I have loved her. You know sometimes she pulls away. She pulls away from everybody and you’re like, ‘Am I smelling?’”