Ciru Muriuki Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Fiancé Charles Ouda on First Anniversary of His Passing
Ciru Muriuki has shared a deeply moving tribute to her late fiancé, Charles Ouda, as she marks the first anniversary of his passing.
Ouda, a gifted actor, writer, and creative, passed away on February 3, 2024, at the age of 38.
A Heartfelt Reflection on Loss
In an emotional social media post, Muriuki expressed the profound grief she has endured since losing Ouda. She described the day of his passing as the moment she truly understood the depths of devastating pain.
“A year ago today, I learned what pain was. True, devastating, earth-shattering pain. And in the minutes, hours, and days since, your absence has taught me yet another lesson—that you were truly the love of my life. I hate living without you. I hate not being able to see you,” she wrote.
Muriuki went on to reflect on the void Ouda left behind, mourning the loss of his voice, laughter, and creativity.
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“I hate never hearing your voice, your laugh, whatever new nickname you conjured up for me. I hate not creating with you. I hate falling asleep without you. I hate waking up without you. I hate that this is my reality now, this life sentence without parole. I hate that a year ago, the world lost one of its brightest stars. I love you, my king. Always. Always.”
The Legacy of Charles Ouda
Ouda’s career spanned acting, music, and scriptwriting. Born and raised in Nairobi, his journey in the arts began after high school and took him to the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York.
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He captivated audiences at the Kenya National Theatre, making a lasting impact with his role in Lwanda, Man of Stone. His talent extended to television, with notable performances in Better Days, Makutano Junction, and Changing Times.
Beyond acting, Ouda made significant contributions to entertainment as a writer and presenter for Know Zone and a coach on Tusker Project Fame.
His work in music included writing for the Coca-Cola PopStars group SEMA and releasing his own single, Superstar, featuring Dan Aceda. His scriptwriting and directing credits included films like Who Are You?, Waiting Room, and Count It Out.
A Love and Future Cut Short
In 2023, Ouda proposed to Muriuki, and together they shared their love for storytelling through The Undiscovered Podcast. Their relationship, rooted in creativity and shared dreams, was tragically cut short by his untimely passing.
As Muriuki continues to navigate life without him, her tribute serves as a poignant reminder of Ouda’s enduring legacy and the deep love they shared.
