Content creator Zachariah Kariuki, famously known as Mr KK Mwenyewe, in one of his famous impersonations of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. /HANDOUT
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has mourned popular content creator Zachariah Kariuki, famously known as Mr KK Mwenyewe, following news of his death.
In a statement from the United States where he is currently on a political tour with his spouse Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, Gachagua described Mr KK as a “content creator per excellence and inspiration to many.”
“I have this morning woken up to the sad demise of Mr Zachariah Kariuki alias Mr KK Mwenyewe, a content creator per excellence and inspiration to many,” said Gachagua.
“Mr KK, a young, consistent, and resilient young man, used comedy to communicate simple and creative messages to all Kenyans and spoke to our hearts,” he added.
Mr KK Mwenyewe died on Monday evening while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 5 hospital.
His death was announced Tuesday morning by fellow comedian, Kafengo, but did not disclose the cause of death.
Mr KK was widely celebrated for his sharp political satire and witty impersonations of Gachagua, which earned him a significant following on social media.
The Democracy for Citizens Party leader extended his sympathies to the bereaved family and friends, as well as the larger creative industry.
“I send my deepest sympathies to his family and his friends at this difficult moment. I especially condole the creative industry on the loss of a champion whose creative eye lives with us for days to come. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and God grant his family peace,” he said.
Tributes have continued to pour in across platforms, acknowledging Mr KK's unique role in Kenya’s comedy and political commentary space.
Hundreds of fans have eulogised him in heartfelt condolences as one of the best comedians to grace the Kenyan creative industry, with many describing his sudden death as tragic.
