The family of Maureen Imbayi, also known as 'Black Cinderella' and a former cast member of Nairobi Diaries, has officially announced the passing of the esteemed actress.
In a statement shared on social media on April 24, the family extended their appreciation to her fans and supporters for their unwavering support during this difficult period. They revealed that Maureen passed away while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Nairobi.
According to the statement, Maureen Imbayi tragically passed away in the late hours of Monday, April 22, 2024, in an incident that has deeply impacted numerous Kenyans. Many individuals expressed their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased across various social media platforms.
For many Kenyans, Maureen's untimely death was a shock, as she was still young and possessed remarkable talent.
“We want to sincerely thank you for having stood firmly with The Black Cinderella during this challenging time, and it is with deepest regrets we wish to inform the public of her demise that occurred in the late hours of Monday 22 April 2024,” reads the statement.
The family revealed that she was rushed unconscious to the hospital, where medical professionals made every effort to resuscitate her, but unfortunately, their attempts were unsuccessful.
“Our beloved daughter was rushed unconscious to the hospital, and every effort was made to resuscitate her by a medical team but unfortunately was unsuccessful,” reads the statement.
In the wake of Maureen’s untimely death, the family has requested privacy as they navigate this difficult period.
