Popular Kenyan actor Wilfred Maina Olwenya has died.
According to a social media post, Maina, who was best known for his roles in ‘Nairobi Half Life’ as Oti , ‘Poacher’, ‘Fifth Estate’ and ‘Mali’ among others, collapsed and died on Monday (04.07.2022).
The award winning actor was also a voice actor at a popular local radio station and was the voice behind a number of their promos.
Several high-profile entertainers and colleagues took to social media to pay tribute to the fallen talent.
Radio personality Maina Kageni posted, “We’ll miss you here at Radio Africa… among the very best voices in East Africa…. great actor, superb talent!!!! Recalling your outstanding role in the movie Nairobi Half-life… what a game-changer you were, big boss!!!!!!
Heartstrings Entertainment posted, “Olwenya, your Final Curtain Call. Rest in peace, Talent.”
Celebrated actress Catherine Kamau posted, ” You’ve been on my mind since we started filming with Tosh Gitonga…reminiscing what great talent you are..Maina why? My heart is so freaking heavy. Go well bro, tutaonana baadae.”