KTN’s Junior, Toti Honour Late ‘Dad’ Jamal with Emotional Tributes: “Alikuwa Jamaa Mfunny”
- Actors Junior and Toti reunited in a TikTok live session that stirred memories of their time on the hit KTN show, Junior
- The mood shifted as they paused to honour their on-screen dad, Jamal Nasoor, with touching words that revealed the depth of their bond years later
- Jamal, remembered for roles in Vioja Mahakamani and Junior, tragically lost his life in 2018 after a fatal altercation with his girlfriend at a hotel
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Two of Kenya’s most beloved child stars, Junior and Toti, have reappeared on the public stage after years of silence, bringing with them a wave of nostalgia.
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The duo, who famously played brother and sister in the hit KTN show Junior, recently reunited in a TikTok live session, much to the delight of their fans.
During the session, the two took a trip down memory lane, reliving the fond moments they shared on screen.
However, the light-hearted reunion soon took a somber turn when they paused to honour the memory of the man they affectionately called ‘dad’ on the show, Baba Junior, real name Jamal Nasoor.
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How did Junior and Toti honour Jamal?
Jamal, an accomplished figure in Kenya's film industry, passed away in 2018 under tragic circumstances.
The actor, who also starred in the legendary Vioja Mahakamani show on KBC, was allegedly stabbed to death by his girlfriend at Arks Hotel near 67 Airport Hotel following an argument.
Reflecting on his long-lasting impact on them, Junior and Toti honoured him with touching tributes.
“For sure tunamiss baba yetu, let me not get emotional,” said Toti, born Lattifah Twahir.
Junior, whose real name is Easron Abraham Asmlash, added:
“Rest in peace Jamal, alikuwa jamaa mfunny."
Where has Junior been?
Junior also explained the reason behind his long silence.
He shared that he had stopped acting because, in his view, there was no money in the Nairobi film industry.
Additionally, he clarified that he was very much alive and thankful to God, contrary to false reports circulated by some bloggers.
Junior revealed that he is currently abroad, juggling both school and work.
He also asked fans whether he should focus on creating content for YouTube or continue on TikTok, while fondly reminiscing about the days when families would tune in to KTN every Sunday to watch the show.
Watch the video below:
Here are some reactions from social media users:
Clare Beatrice:
"This guy just died hivio tu woooiiee."
Doreen Berry:
"The Question is Junior where were you all this long."
Richie Kingstone:
"This was my favorite kipindi growing up..Baken used to rock my world I wonder how the dude looks like right now."
Karis:
"This kipindi used to rock my world. RIP Jamal."
Mercy tai:
"I remember him from Vioja Mahakamani, so sad he passed away."
Kev kayole:
"We grew up watching these guys."
Source: TikTok
Was Junior's castmate caught stealing?
In 2023, actor Baken da Sherrif, known for his role alongside Junior, trended online for a troubling reason.
A viral video surfaced showing him tied up and visibly injured, as locals accused him of stealing mobile phones, a motorbike, and over KSh 120,000.
The incident left fans shocked by the dramatic turn of events in his life after all the popularity.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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