Former TV presenter Ciru Muriuki took to social media to celebrate her late fiancé, Charles Ouda, on what would have been his 39th birthday.
She shared a series of touching videos on her stories, showing Charles’ bright moments, from singing along to Lionel Richie’s “All Night Long” to displaying his juggling skills, highlighting Ouda’s lively presence and cherished memories shared.
“Happy Birthday my love,” posted Ciru, accompanying a photo of Ouda, all smiles.
Charles, a man of many talents, passed away on Sunday, February 4. Though he may be gone, through his art, his legacy that spoke passion, courage, and commitment to African performing arts will live on in the hearts of those he touched through his work.
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Describing Charles as someone who could brighten any room with his smile and eloquence, Ciru expressed how she carries him with her everywhere she goes, even wearing a Charles Ouda shirt during the recent protest in Nairobi’s CBD.
“I carry you with me everywhere I go,” Ciru captioned her photo wearing a Charles Ouda shirt while in the streets of Nairobi’s CBD during the recent Gen Z demonstrations.
Friends and fans of Charles joined in to pay their respects, sharing fond memories and expressing how his love story with Ciru had inspired them.
“Happy Heavenly birthday to your boo. The two of you healed my perception of love in so many ways. Thanks for sharing him and your love with us. It lit a fire in me…may he keep living in your heart forever and a day,” Mokeira posted.
“When the love is true, it never dies; it is always present, the absence overwhelms but the fond memories give you a reason to celebrate. Love and hugs to you, Kairetu,” Serah Secret wrote.
“Awww Ciru, you had a beautiful love story… Only a few get it in a lifetime… Happy Birthday to Charlie in heaven ❤️,” Anngibz shared.
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