A viral video showing a man bearing an uncanny resemblance to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has taken Kenyan social media by storm.
In the clip seen by TNX Africa, the man was attending a social gathering of the Kenyan community in Seattle, Washington, where his striking resemblance to Gachagua quickly caught the attention of those around him and online users.
Viewers pointed to his facial features, familiar smile and physical build, with his appearance further drawing comparisons to the former deputy president.
He was dressed in a sharp suit and a classic Western-style hat, a look reminiscent of Gachagua's public appearances.
The footage quickly gained traction across social media platforms, including TikTok and Facebook, sparking a wave of lighthearted reactions and debate.
Meet Gachagua's look-alike, you can't convince me they aren't related?? pic.twitter.com/cXf0injpJr
— Muriaso (@muriaso) August 16, 2026
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Amused viewers gave the man nicknames such as "Rigash" and "Gachagua Junior", while some jokingly wondered whether the two could share distant ancestral roots or long-lost family ties.
Kenyan public life has a history of political look-alikes who have captured the public's attention.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta famously had a well-known double in Michael Njogo Gitonga, popularly known as "Uhunye", who gained attention for his resemblance to the former president's facial features, stature and voice.
Similarly, Samuel Njau Gicheru, known as "Uncle Sam", gained recognition in Kiambu County for his resemblance to the late President Mwai Kibaki.
Michael Ngige also attracted public interest both locally and abroad because of his striking resemblance to Kenya's founding president, Jomo Kenyatta.
The latest look-alike has similarly captivated Kenyans online, showing how a striking physical resemblance can turn an ordinary social gathering into an overnight internet sensation.