Pascal Tokodi (born 21 April 1993, born Pascalino Lpesinoi Lenguro Tokodi), is a Kenyan musician, actor, comedian and songwriter. Pascal debuted as a professional actor in 2012 when he featured in Citizen Tv's Makutano Junction gig, a few months after completing high school, taking the role of Thomas. His music debut was in 2016, with singles, "Sitaki" and "Mama".[1]

Pascal Tokodi AKA HorseMan
Birth namePascalino Lpesinoi Lenguro Tokodi
Born (1993-04-21) 21 April 1993 (age 31)
Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, Kenya
GenresAfropop
Occupation(s)Musician, actor, singer, comedian
Instrument(s)Keyboard, sampler, Guitar
Years active2010 – present

He appeared in shows such as Groove Theory (Africa's first TV Musical drama), Pray and Prey, Machachari and Wrath and Selina (2018). He won the Best Supporting Actor in a Movie or TV Series at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards for his role in the Nollywood film, 'Disconnect.'

Personal life

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Pascal got married in a private ceremony to a Kenyan Tv host and gospel singer, Grace Ekirapa in 2020. They have one daughter named Jasmine Ariah Lenguroh Tokodi.[2]

Career

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In 2012, Tokodi joined professional acting after featuring in the Citizen TV's Makutano Junction, a Kenyan soap opera that premiered in 2006.[3]

In 2013, Tokodi acted in Kenya's first Musical TV Drama Series, Groove Theory, taking the role of Guy, a member of the prestigious Victoria University Campus Choir.[3]

In 2014, Tokodi featured in Pray & Prey, a Kenyan dramedy.[4]

In 2015, he featured in Fox Africa's Wrath.[5]

In 2016, he released his first single, "Sitaki", after participating in the Tecno Own The Stage competition.[6]

In 2017, he got signed by the Kaka Empire record label,[7] releasing more songs and collaborations. Among them were Hii si Kwaheri ft friends of CEEL, Forget ft King Kaka (rapper)|, Milele featuring King Kaka (rapper), Asante Mama ft Rapper Phill, African Lady and Songa.[8]

In 2018, he featured in the Maisha Magic East's Swahili Telenovela dubbed Selina,[9] where he played Nelson.[10]

Singles

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  • "Sitaki" – 2016
  • "Hii si Kwaheri ft friends of CEEL" – 2017
  • "Forget ft King Kaka(rapper)" – 2017
  • "Milele ft King Kaka(rapper)" – 2017
  • "African Lady" – 2017
  • "Asante Mama ft Rapper Phill" – 2017
  • "Songa" – 2017
  • "Naito" – 2020

Awards and nominations

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References

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  1. ^ "Pascal Tokodi". Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  2. ^ Mbuthia, Geoffrey (18 May 2022). "Pascal Tokodi finally reveals daughter's cute name". web.archive.org. Archived from the original on 1 July 2022. Retrieved 22 November 2024.
  3. ^ a b "Pascal Tokodi Biography, Songs, Nominations". Archived from the original on 26 April 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2018.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  4. ^ "KENYA'S 1ST MUSICAL TV DRAMA SERIES- THE GROOVE THEORY". Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  5. ^ "Multitalented Pascal Tokodi Talks About Music, Acting, in addition to also also [sic] Comedy". Archived from the original on 24 June 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  6. ^ "Pascal Tokodi releases new single, Sitaki". Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  7. ^ "PASCAL TOKODI RELEASES NEW SINGLE 'SONGA'". Biggest Kaka. 17 December 2017.
  8. ^ "Pascal Tokodi Songa Song". Archived from the original on 26 April 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  9. ^ "Selina". MaishaMagicPlus - Selina. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
  10. ^ "Former 'Makutano Junction' actor lands new TV show". 12 January 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  11. ^ "Tecno Owns the Stage begins!". MaishaMagicPlus - Tecno Owns the Stage begins!. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
  12. ^ "HOT: Pascal Tokodi – On Humility, Career and Good Looks". Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  13. ^ "Celeb Chat with Pascal Tokodi- "I also won Best Actor three years in a row, but I don't want to brag "". 12 January 2018. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
  14. ^ "Full List Of Winners At The 7th AMVCA | Channels Television". www.channelstv.com. Retrieved 13 September 2022.