Renowned Kenyan actor Charles Ouda, popularly known as Charlie, has passed away at the age of 38.
His family released a statement announcing his demise on Saturday night, providing no further details about the circumstances of his death.
The family has requested privacy for Charlie’s grieving fiancée, Ciru Muriuki, and the entire family during this difficult time. Charlie and Ms Muriuki, a former BBC Africa presenter, publicly shared their engagement news in September of the previous year.
Beyond his acting career, Ouda was a versatile artist, excelling as a film director, songwriter, filmmaker, scriptwriter, voice-over artist, and event manager.
He also showcased his talent as a television show host. Notably, he gained widespread recognition for hosting the popular Kenyan children‘s show Know Zone and the TV drama series Makutano Junction.
Throughout his career, Ouda received numerous accolades, including the 2016 Best Director Prize and the 72-Hour Shoot Out Judges Choice Award at the Asian American Film Lab Awards.
MultiChoice Kenya, an entertainment firm, acknowledged Ouda as a beacon of hope in the film industry, expressing their condolences for the loss.


