This archive report was first published on 12 December 2019.
December 12, 2019, marked what would have been the 57th birthday of Tony Msalame, a veteran Kenya broadcaster and father of Grace Msalame.
Tragically, Tony Msalame passed away after suddenly collapsing at his Sheki Studios in Mombasa due to chest pains.
Grace Msalame took to social media to celebrate her father on this day, which coincided with Kenya's 56th Jamhuri day celebrations.
'9 years on… Today would have been your bday so I celebrate My number one Hero today & always Papa♥️ Happy Jamhuri Day?? #TheBestToEverDoIt #Papa #ShekiLegi,' she posted on Instagram.
Friends and fans of Tony Msalame shared their condolences and memories of the late broadcaster, who was known for his popular show 'Tushauriane' and his catchphrase 'Sheki Legi.'
'What an amazing man, he contributed so much and gave us you… an amazing soul. Happy birthday to his greatness ❤️❤️❤️,' wrote Kalekye Mumo.
'A man who inspired us to the direction we eventually took, and a namesake. In high skool as entertainment captain, I went by his full names…I honor him today, I bless his soul, forever! May God watch over u Grace, and your offsprings, and his offsprings. Forever,' said Yamusau.
