Actor Charles Bukeko, known to many as Papa Shirandula, was buried today morning at his home in Samia, Busia county, following the ministry of health directives.

Only ten people, family, and three close friends were allowed to the gravesite as Papa Shirandula was laid to rest.

Roland Wanyama brother-in-law to Papa Shirandula revealed this on Saturday 20th and said he died of corona;

“He collapsed at the parking today morning at Karen hospital before he was attended by doctors,”

Papa was an award-winning Kenyan actor, thespian, singer, and director. He first rose to fame when he was cast to play the role of Papa Shirandula in the popular TV series Papa Shirandula which aired on Citizen TV.

He has also appeared in numerous big-time commercials across the world, including Coca Cola and GOTV.