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'Makutano Junction' actor Charles 'Charlie' J. Ouda dies at 38

By Fay Ngina | 2yrs ago
Kenyan actor Charles 'Charlie' J. Ouda. (Courtesy)

The entertainment world mourns the loss of Charles 'Charlie' J. Ouda, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in 'Makutano Junction,' 'The First Grader,' and 'Count It Out.'

Charlie, aged 38, passed away on the night of February 3, 2024, according to a statement released by his family and fiancee Ciru Muriuki.

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