Award-winning actor Brian Kabugi, widely known as Realbugi, is mourning the death of his mother, Lucy Njumbi Macharia, whom he described as his best friend and a woman who held a special place in his life.
In an emotional statement shared on social media on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Kabugi revealed that his mother had been battling an illness for some time and that the family did everything possible to help her recover.
“I never thought I would have to write a post like this. With a heavy heart, I share that my mother, my best friend, the woman who held me close and whom I held close, is no longer with us,” Kabugi wrote.
Kabugi said he watched his mother fight through her illness but she passed away on Monday morning.
“She had been unwell for some time, and we truly did everything we could. I watched her fight. I watched her push through. But on Monday morning, she chose to rest,” he added.
Despite the pain of losing her, Brian said he finds comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering.
“As much as this breaks my heart, I find comfort in knowing that she is no longer in pain,” he said.
Financial help
The grieving actor also revealed that his family is facing an outstanding hospital bill of Ksh 3.8 million.
He made a humble appeal to friends, family, fans and well-wishers to help them settle the bill so they can give his mother a peaceful and dignified send-off.
“As we navigate this loss, we are also faced with the reality of an outstanding hospital bill of Ksh 3.8 million. I am humbly appealing to my community, friends, family, and anyone who is able, to help us clear this amount so that we can give her a peaceful and dignified send-off,” Kabugi appealed.
Additionally, Kabugi noted that he may not be able to respond to every message or call during this difficult period but expressed gratitude for the prayers, kind words and support he has received.
“I may not be able to respond to every message or call right now, but please know that every prayer, kind word, contribution, and act of support means more than I can put into words,” he said.
“Thank you for standing with me and my family during this difficult time. I am grateful for each and every one of you.”
