Kenyan comedian Bill Rono, widely known as Ronoh, is facing a crushing double blow after losing a second loved one just weeks after burying his mother.
The popular content creator had barely begun processing his grief when another bereavement struck.
His mother, Rebecca Chebet Maru, passed away on October 2, after falling ill suddenly following breakfast at home. She developed breathing difficulties and was rushed to hospital, but doctors pronounced her dead on arrival.
Ronoh buried her in Nandi county and had shared deeply personal tributes in the days that followed, documenting their final moments together.
On Friday, November 13, the comedian returned to social media with a post that left followers heartbroken.
He shared images of himself at a funeral, dressed in a dark suit jacket over a black shirt, speaking into a microphone and moving amongst other mourners.
He also posted a video showing a coffin being lowered into a grave, draped in a white lace cloth patterned with flowers and leaves, with a small gold cross resting on top and red fabric visible underneath.
His caption said it all:
“One month ago, grief took someone so precious from us. Before our hearts could learn to live with that loss, another goodbye came. May the souls we have lost find eternal peace, until we meet again Daddy M🕊️”
The post suggested that the second person laid to rest held significant meaning to him, though Ronoh did not elaborate further on who was lost.
Supporters from across the online community wasted no time in reaching out to offer comfort.
Fellow creator Vindee_official wrote:
“Pole sana Master all shall be well.”
Elnathan_daily sent a brief but warm message:
“Take heart bro.”
The outpouring of support reflects the deep connection Ronoh has built with his audience over the years, one that has clearly extended beyond entertainment into genuine community during one of his darkest seasons.
