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The Kenyans comedy industry is currently mourning the death of MC and comic Fred Omondi, Eric Omondi's younger brother.
Fred tragically died in a road accident on Kangundo Road on Saturday, June 15th, in the morning.
The accident occurred around 6 am near Caltex Petrol station on Kangundo Road.
A police report from Buruburu station indicated that the accident involved a bodaboda carrying Fred colliding head-on with a speeding bus.
The bus was traveling from Kayole to Nairobi CBD, while the bodaboda was on the wrong side of the road.
Fred passed away at the scene, and his body was taken to the morgue at Mama Lucy Hospital.
Burial arrangements are currently underway.
Fred's untimely death adds to a tragic list of comedians who passed away during the height of their careers.
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Othuol Othuol
On October 11, 2020, Othuol Othuol passed away while undergoing treatment for a brain tumour at Kenyatta National Hospital.
His death deeply affected the nation, touching the hearts of his family, friends, and colleagues.
The creative industry mourned the loss of one of its most beloved and hilarious individuals, whose legacy will be cherished forever.
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Jastorina
Nancy Nyambura, known as Jastorina, passed away shortly after receiving the award for Best Lead Actress in a TV drama at the 2014 Kalasha Awards.
Her rise to fame was rapid, but tragically, she succumbed to meningitis at Kenyatta National Hospital, leaving behind a promising career at its peak.
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Jamal Gaddafi
Jamal Gaddafi, known as Baba Junior, tragically passed away on December 11, 2018, after being fatally stabbed by an alleged lover during an argument at a bar.
His death deeply saddened the entire nation. Jamal had appeared in popular TV shows including KTN's Junior and NTV's Auntie Boss.
