Comedian-cum activist Eric Omondi has attributed much of his success in the entertainment industry to the iconic stand-up comedian-cum radio host Daniel Ndambuki famously known as Mwalimu Churchill.
While celebrating Kenya’s iconic comedian as he turns a year older, Eric, via his social media platform on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, reflected on his journey as a comic and credited Churchill as one of the catalysts for his rise to prominence.
The vocal comedian described him as a legend revealing how the radio host spotted his talent and offered him a chance to be part of his comedy show ‘Churchill Live‘, adding that he will be forever grateful for the kind gesture.
The exposure provided Eric with a platform to showcase his talent and gain recognition within the entertainment industry.
“There would be no Eric Omondi without this man here,alinitoa pale Athi River ..akaniosha and held my hand. Forever grateful Happy birthday Mwalimu! Leo nitafanya ile kitu @MwalimChurchill,” Eric celebrated the iconic comedian.
Churchill’s birthday
As he turns a year older, Churchill attributes his journey and success to God stating that he is grateful for another year of impacting a generation.
“Thanking Almighty God for another year, of impacting a generation. Ni kwa neema tu Nasema ni wewe Mungu. More Grace, more favour. Hizo Makeki na mathweety Ziko wapi?” Churchill said.
Birthday messages
Churchill is celebrated as the godfather of the Kenyan stand-up comedy, giving a platform to hundreds of other comedians who have succeeded. On his special day, Kenyans and celebrities have sent heartfelt birthday messages wishing him a long and healthy life.
Here are some of the messages.
“Happy Happy Happy Birthday @mwalimchurchill …. you must have been a beautiful baby boy,” @Maina Wa Kageni.
“Happy Birthday @mwalimchurchill ,”@shikskapienga.
“Happy Birthday Master! Keep on being the inspiration that you are a legend,” @tonio kibz.
“Happy birthday the funniest man I know. It’s your day enjoy to the fullest,”@bossmaryde.
“This man has inspired many people especially the youths happy birthday to him,”@HillaryG21559.
LEGEND! Fadhe ..live long !There would be no Eric Omondi without this man here,alinitoa pale Athi River ..akaniosha and held my hand.Forever grateful Happy birthday Mwalimu !Leo nitafanya ile kitu @MwalimChurchill pic.twitter.com/2iUEzrHllG
— ERIC OMONDI (@ericomondi_) October 30, 2024
