Valentine Mark Kings, CEO of Kings Empire, organizers of the House of Stars Reality TV Show, has issued a plea for the release of former contestant Hawa Hunt.

Hunt was arrested during a live broadcast of the show on December 22nd, 2024, and has been in custody since then. She made her first court appearance on Tuesday, December 31st, 2024, and was remanded.

In a statement, Mr. Kings appealed to the authorities to “forgive Hawa Hunt.” He described her as “a strong woman who came from abroad to support Sierra Leonean’s dream to promote the country’s entertainment and the less privilege.”

Mr. Kings expressed confidence in Hunt’s remorse, stating, “Whatever mistake she made in the past, I’m pretty sure she’s remorseful and has learnt from her mistake.” He concluded by expressing his appreciation for Hunt and wishing her the very best.