COMEDIAN CARTOON ANNOUNCES NAME CHANGE, REBRANDS AS VANESSA AKINYI 

In an announcement to her fans, comedian and online sensation Cartoon is now embracing her original name, Vanessa Akinyi. 

The name change marks an evolution in both her career and personal journey, the comedian stated the move is to honour her roots and reconnect with her true identity. “Dear team Cartoon, it’s been an incredible journey with each of you by my side, and your support has meant the world to me. As I continue to grow personally and artistically, I feel it’s time to reconnect with a part of myself that I’ve always held close to my heart—my original name.” 

Cartoon’s decision to adopt her real name reflects her commitment to authenticity. “This change feels like coming home, honouring my roots, and embracing every step of my path. From now on, I’ll be known as Vanessa Akinyi. I’m excited to take this step forward with all of you, knowing that my journey is also part of your story,” she concluded,

The content creator gained a massive following with her humorous, relatable content.