Ugandan songstress Gloria Bugie broke down in tears on Saturday 21st, 2024 during a press conference addressing the leak of a private video that had gone viral online. Gloria, born Gloria Busingye, faced reporters in an emotional moment, describing the ordeal that has left her devastated.
Bugie confirmed the video’s authenticity but firmly stated that she was not responsible for its release. “I want to confirm that I am in the video, but I was not the one who released it,” she said. The singer explained that the video had been taken in May of the previous year by a man who had been blackmailing her ever since.
What happened to Gloria Bugie?
Firstly, who is Gloria Bugie?
Gloria Busingye is a Rwandan-born Ugandan singer who was born on 22nd September. She has recently risen to fame, thanks to her breakout hit “Nyash,” also known as “Bankyawa”.
So, what happened to her?
Gloria Bugie became a victim of blackmail after a private video of hers was leaked online. According to her, the video was recorded in May of 2023. It was allegedly released by a man who had been blackmailing her for over a year. Gloria filed a police case against the individual in March 2024. This apparently forced him to flee the country, but in September 2024, a nude video leaked. Bugie believes this was an attempt to ruin her career as she gained success.
What has the trending video done to her?
The leak of the video has taken a heavy toll on Bugie’s mental health, leading to a breakdown and depression. She publicly addressed the incident during a press conference, tearfully acknowledging the video’s authenticity while stressing that she had not released it herself. The emotional ordeal prompted her to speak out about the importance of mental health and to express solidarity with other women who have faced similar blackmail.
How Abitex took to court the issue of the Gloria Bugie leaked video
Music promoter Abitex filed a police complaint against her for “promoting pornography.” She refuted the claim, stating that no woman would intentionally expose herself to such humiliation. Bugie has since committed to joining organizations that help women combat blackmail and harassment.
“There is a person who has been blackmailing me for over a year,” Bugie revealed, “I think he decided to release that video now after realizing how well I am doing today. He is trying to ruin my career.” Since the video surfaced, Bugie has struggled with her mental health, experiencing a breakdown as she dealt with the fallout. “I have been trying to ignore the noise and focus on more important things. That is why I have been a bit quiet,” she admitted.
The artist highlighted how the experience has changed her perspective on mental health. This is a topic she had never considered deeply before the incident. “Until this time, I had not realized how important mental health is. I had never been depressed before. My heart breaks for all the women who have gone through situations like this.”
Gloria Bugie to join organizations in support of blackmailed women
In response to the incident, Bugie has pledged to join organizations supporting victims of blackmail and similar abuse. “That is why I am joining organizations that are helping such women so we can all live in a blackmail-free society.” Bugie also addressed a police complaint filed by music promoter Abitex, who accused her of promoting pornography. In a firm response, she criticized the allegations, asserting that no woman would deliberately expose her nakedness to the world. “I hope that Abitex has sisters or daughters himself. I wish he would study and understand what I am going through,” Bugie said.
