- Broadcaster Jacque Maribe has announced the death of her beloved father, who had been ill for a long time
- The TV presenter’s father once hit the internet after his photos emerged holding his daughter’s hand in court, when Jacque was involved in the case of the murder of businessman Monica Kimani
- Maribe shared a photo of herself with her father smiling and attached a touching message, mourning the death of her parent
Former news anchor of Citizen TV he is now mired in mourning following the death of his father.
Source: UGC
The journalist’s father was ill, and Jacque expressed her great pain at the realization that she would have to go on with life without him.
Is Jacque Maribe’s father dead?
She uploaded a picture of herself with her father on Facebook and wrote a heartbreaking message, expressing her deep sorrow.
“Now what can I say about a brave man like you? The translation of perfection. I don’t know how I will live without you, father, but I know you are no longer in pain. I love you with everything in me,” he wrote.
Maribe’s father became famous when he came to court frequently to hold the hand of his daughter, who was involved in the case of the murder of businessman Monica Kimani.
He was seen hugging his daughter or talking to her while in the dock, trying to make sure she was okay.
At one time, many Kenyans praised him as a good father who did not abandon his son when he faced problems.
Monica Kimani was killed in her home in Kilimani, and Maribe’s lover at the time, Joseph Irungu aka Jowi, was found guilty while Maribe was acquitted.
On March 13, 2024, Judge Lady Justice Grace Nzioka sentenced Jowi to death, which left Kenyans with mixed feelings.
Social networks are affected by the death of Maribe’s father
Here are some comments from Kenyans:
@Muthoni Maina said: “He was a father who loved her very much.”
@Katie Nyar-Omiya said: “It is not easy but God is there.”
@Nancy Keles said: “I’m so sorry Jacky, the world has no mercy, cheer yourself up dear.”
@Gladys Mutai said: “Sorry, God will give you a shoulder to lean on.”
@Nancie Saey said: “My condolences to him and the family.”
@Janet Kanagi said: “Sorry Jacque. May the Lord comfort you in this difficult time.”
@Philis Wabuke said: “My deepest condolences to the family.”
@Wambo said: “I remember how your father used to come to court every case, may he rest in peace.”
Source: Facebook
Is Maribe dating Dennis Itumbi?
Elsewhere, the head of the President’s Special Projects and Creative Economy Coordination, Dennis Itumbi, responded to rumors about his relationship with Maribe, denying long-standing rumors that they were dating.
He revealed that his mother once wished for them to enter into a relationship and also explained what she wished would happen between them.
The two once created a buzz on the internet after their picture kissing went viral, fueling rumors of a relationship.
In the video, Itumbi also explained the circumstances that led to their kiss going viral, saying it happened when they were with a group of friends playing a game of truth or dare.
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