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KAMPALA — For years, hitmaker Alexander Bagonza—popularly known to music lovers as A Pass—has entertained the nation with his signature online banter, unapologetic bachelorhood, and running jokes that he would only settle down after turning 70 years old.
However, the 36-year-old “Wuuyo” singer has officially retired his bachelor status decades ahead of schedule.
In a surprise development that sent shockwaves across social media platforms, A Pass officially announced his union to his partner, Alicia, sharing photos from an intimate, upscale traditional ceremony (Kukyala / Kwanjula) alongside a simple two-word caption on X (formerly Twitter):
“Married 💍❤️”
The announcement was instantly amplified by event partners and entertainment commentators, including Patro Uganda, who confirmed the union: “A Pass and Alicia are united in love. We congratulate the couple.”
Did A Pass really get married secretly to his partner Alicia?
Yes, the 36-year-old Ugandan dancehall and reggae star confirmed his union to Alicia through verified photos posted across his social media pages on Saturday.
Rather than hosting a public, highly publicized spectacle, A Pass opted for absolute secrecy, executing an intimate, high-class traditional ceremony away from media cameras before making the official online announcement. Within an hour of his post, the update generated nearly 100,000 views, over 5,000 likes, and hundreds of congratulatory messages from fellow artists, fans, and media personalities.
How did A Pass react after previously claiming he would only marry at age 70?
A Pass’s sudden marriage caught fans off guard precisely because he spent over a decade building a reputation as the “King of Single Men” on social media.
Born on December 21, 1989, the musician repeatedly trolled fans about his private life, teasing celebrity crushes and jokingly insisting that marriage was a distant milestone meant for his golden years at age 70. By settling down at 36, A Pass officially handed over his single man’s crown, proving that when the right person comes along, even a decades-long timeline gets rewritten overnight.
What did A Pass and Alicia wear for their traditional Kukyala ceremony?
The couple delivered a masterclass in fashion, blending contemporary high-tailoring with traditional East African ceremonial attire.
- The Groom’s Fashion (A Pass): Stepping away from the traditional linen kanzu, A Pass wore a modern double-breasted white tuxedo jacket featuring contrasting black buttons, sharp peak lapels, a crisp white dress shirt, and a formal black bow tie. He paired the jacket with slim-fit black dress trousers and polished black patent leather shoes, maintaining his signature avant-garde burst fade hairstyle with bleached-blonde tips.
- The Bride’s Fashion (Alicia): Alicia wore a modern ceremonial drape (Sukes / Mushanana) in a soft pastel sage / light olive green shade. The organza fabric was heavily embellished with silver beadwork, shimmering sequins, and metallic embroidery. The fabric crossed gracefully over her left shoulder in an asymmetrical neckline, paired with a matching silver-beaded headpiece (kikompe), subtle drop earrings, and a soft-glam makeup palette.
What made the wedding event setup and decor stand out?
The intimate traditional event took place against an opulent, custom-built stage backdrop inside an upscale venue.
Designed with patterned illuminated screens, warm golden ambient lighting, and a crystal chandelier hanging from above, the couple posed on stage surrounded by lush floral arrangements of cream, blush pink, and white roses, complete with woven wooden stage seating.
