The Standard Group is mourning the sudden death of actor Jamal Nassor popularly known as 'Baba Junior'.
Jamal was a lead actor in KTN Home's TV most popular drama series called ‘Junior’ that airs every Sunday at 7:30pm.
"We are saddened to learn about the tragic death of Jamaal Nassor. He was a versatile actor and previously starred in the 'Junior' TV series, playing the role of Baba Junior. Our prayers go out to his family and friends at this difficult moment," said KTN Managing Director, Joe Munene.
Jamal won 'Best Perfomance in a Comedy Award during the 2017 Kalasha Awards.
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An actor with a promising future, Jamal also acted in a court drama series called Vioja Mahakamani that airs on KBC.
Reports say Jamal died on Tuesday night after succumbing to knife wounds he sustained during a party in a hotel located in Syokimau, Machakos County.
Eyewitness reports say he quarrelled with a female acquaintance and in the scuffle, he was stabbed.