For the past five years, Kingsley has been providing companionship to some of the most powerful figures in politics and business.
From his unexpected transition as a tourist guide to his current role as a gigolo, Kingsley, in this interview, shares his unique experiences and insights from this unconventional profession as a gigolo.
He also talks about the challenges and rewards of his extraordinary career.
To start, can you tell us a bit about yourself and your work?
My name is Kingsley, and I’ve been in this business as a gigolo for about five years now. Basically, my clients are white women from Europe. Most of them hold significant positions of power.
How did you get into the industry?
Well, I’d say it wasn’t something I planned to do. Actually, I worked as a tourist guide. I used to work in Kenya until I met this beautiful, rich woman from France. She wanted more than a “tourist-client” relationship. She introduced me to her friends, and then things took off from there.
What kind of relationships do you have with your clients? Does it have a purely sexual nature?
I would say it’s very professional but quite personal too. These women seek companionship, a break from their high-profile lives and the pressure that comes with it. So basically, they seek companionship and intelligence. I wouldn’t say they just want sex. They need that kind of connection. Once you’re intelligent, I believe it’s easier to connect with them emotionally. It has to be emotional.
You must have met some very interesting people. Can you share any experiences?
I’ll say thanks to this kind of work, I’ve actually met some truly remarkable and amazing women. Most of them are in politics, some of them are executives, and they all have a story about why they seek my companionship.
Can you tell us about one of your more memorable clients?
I would say there is one client who stands out from all the others. She’s a very powerful European politician. She’s a minister from Germany, if I’m not mistaken. We met in Abuja. The first time we met was around December 2022. I remember she was there for an executive meeting. She was in a beautiful crimson dress. We had a nice evening, talked, and then she made it clear that she enjoyed the company of a handsome Black gentleman. Most of my clients are into Black men. So we spent the night together; it was an amazing, fantastic night, and then she left the next day.
It’s not the end of the story. Annalena called six months later and asked me if I could accompany her to Pretoria, South Africa. Due to the nature of her work, we get to meet just twice a year, and we hardly spend a day together. It’s usually just one night. The last time we met was less than a week ago in Abidjan. Earlier in July, she called me and asked if I could book a place where we could have a good time without any interruptions. Upon arrival, I realized she was really exhausted. She talked about her visit to Senegal and the pressure that came with her work, how much pressure she’s going through all the time. I could see that she missed me.
Could you tell us how much clients pay for your services?
Usually, I charge 1,000 to 1,500 euros a night for a date. But if it’s a high-profile person, it’s around 2,500 to 3,500 euros plus. They cover the expenses of all my travel.
Why do you think these women seek your services?
They are very rich and wealthy women, but the truth is that they are very lonely and need someone with no strings attached. Someone to give them that emotional comfort, to give them all the attention they need with no strings attached. I can understand them.
Do you ever see yourself quitting this job?
Definitely not in the coming years. It works for me, and I’m able to provide my clients with something very unique.
‘I provide emotional comfort to lonely elites’ – Kingsley talks about his career as gigolo
