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The family of the late popular content creator Tabitha Gatwiri has recently released a statement disclosing what caused her sudden death. In a statement shared by the late Gatwiri’s industry colleague Naomi Kuria, the late influencer’s family revealed that a post-mortem had established two plausible causes of death. According to the pathologist’s report done at the Kenyatta University Funeral Home, the content creator died from suffocation. “The late Gatwiri passed on from positional asphyxia with brain oedema,” Postural asphyxia typically occurs when a person’s mouth or nose is blocked or their lungs cannot expand properly. Burial plans are currently underway and Gatwiri’s family is set to issue a communication on the same. The late Gatwiri was announced dead on October 31 and her death took the entertainment fraternity by shock, with a number of high-profile personalities using their platform to mourn the comedian. A number of the Gatwiri’s close friends shared on social media that she fell ill two days before her passing but she was still in high spirits nonetheless as detailed in screenshots of text messages shared by some of her industry friends. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka also joined the entertainment fraternity in mourning the actress. “She was a young woman determined to change the world for the better with her ideas. Our discussions on the State of the Nation and what her generation could achieve given the opportunity were mind-provoking.”  The late Tabitha Gatwiri was one of the more successful content creators on social media, boasting well over 120,000 followers on TikTok.  

The late comedian Gatwiri was beloved for her social media skits, often delivered with a humorous Meru accent, which helped her build a substantial following. She got her big break as an actress on Real Househelps of Kawangware that included  the likes of Njugush and DJ Shiti. In matters related to her social Media Influence, she gained significant popularity on platforms like YouTube and TikTok.  At the time of her passing, she had over 177,000 subscribers on YouTube, where she shared a variety of comedic content. Gatwiri’s content often revolved around everyday life scenarios, making her relatable to many viewers.  Her ability to engage with her audience throughout  really did contribute to her success in the field of content creation. TikTok was her most active platform, and she regularly shared content there. About her education background, Gatwiri began her education at Kithoka Primary School in Meru County. After completing her KCPE exams, she joined Bishop Lawi Imathiu Secondary School. She later joined Kenyatta University and she chose to study film production, a field she was passionate about. However, her father did not approve of her choice because according to him the field was  not marketable hence forcing her to pursue teaching. Her journey into the entertainment world  began when she realized her accent made her friends laugh and she joined the Kenyatta University Travelling Theatre and took part in many shows. Her body was found at her home, though the cause of death is still not known.

Kenyans are in mourning following the sudden death of  renowned  comedian and content creator Tabitha Gatwiri. The news about Gatwiri’s death was announced on social media on 31st October.  Reports indicate that she was found dead in her home and her body is currently at Kenyatta University Mortuary. The cause of death has not been officially confirmed. Tabitha Gatwiri was born and raised in Isiolo County. She was the firstborn in a family of five siblings. She began her education at Kithoka Primary School in Meru County. After completing her KCPE exams later she joined Bishop Lawi Imathiu Secondary School. Gatwiri later enrolled at  Kenyatta University and she chose to study film production but she later changed and started pursuing a different career of becoming a teacher due to her father who wanted her to pursue teaching since he believed it was more marketable. Her journey in entertainment began when she realized her accent made her friends laugh and she joined the Kenyatta University Travelling Theatre and took part in many shows. Gatwiri was private about her love life.  Gatwiri’s death left a significant impact on her fans and the content creator community. Her videos and influence continue to bring joy to many, even after her passing.