Eddy Kimani (born 31 May 1978) is a Kenyan actor, voice artist and radio presenter.[1] He is best known for the roles in the films In a Better World, The Distant Boat and Lusala.
Eddy Kimani | |
|---|---|
| Born | Eddy Kimani May 31, 1978 |
| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, voice artist, radio presenter, mental health advocate |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Notable work | Lusala |
| Spouse | Nyambura Njenga |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | https://x.com/Eddykimani |
Personal life
editHe was born on May 31, 1978, in Nakuru, Kenya.
He married his longtime partner Nyambura Njenga in 2011. The couple has two children. He later separated from his wife and kids citing his mental depression.[2]
Career
editIn 2006, he made the film debut with the film Money and the Cross. However, he played an uncredited role in the film. Then in 2009, he was selected for the role 'Winston Kinyang'weu' in the television serial The Agency. After that supportive role, he starred in the 2010 film In a Better World with another minor role.
First, he joined Capital FM and continued to work as a broadcaster and radio host.[3] He also worked as a TV presenter with the national broadcaster KBC and NTV. In 2014, he was appointed as the communications director for Nakuru County Government.[1]
Apart from acting, he is also a full time mental health advocate and campaigner. He completed the Quality Rights training course developed and provided by WHO.[3] In 2019, he took up a lead role in the television series Country Queen.
Filmography
edit| Year | Film | Role | Genre | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Money and the Cross | Film | ||
| 2009 | The Agency | Winston Kinyang'weu | TV series
4 episodes |
|
| 2010 | In a Better World | Patient | Film | |
| 2010 | Lost in Africa | Hotel manager | Film | |
| 2012 | Nairobi Half Life | NZE Car Owner | Film | |
| 2013 | Something Necessary | Commission Chairman / Radio Announcer | Film | |
| 2013 | The Distant Boat | Mr. Malombe | Film | |
| 2019 | Country Queen | Titus | TV series
6 episodes |
|
| 2019 | Lusala | Max | Film | |
| 2021 | Tales of the Accidental City | Drama |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Former News Anchor Eddy Kimani's Journey to Overcoming Depression". Nairobi Wire. Retrieved 6 November 2020.
- ^ "Media celebrity pleads with Kenyans to help him get a job after beating depression". pulselive. Retrieved 6 November 2020.
- ^ a b "Eddy Kimani Shares his Struggle with Depression and Recovery Journey". capitalfm. Retrieved 6 November 2020.