NAIROBI, Kenya — Kameme FM presenter Baby Top has been absent from her regular radio programme as she mourns the death of a close friend’s child, according to remarks shared by her co-host, Chef Gathemba.
According to reports, listeners had raised questions about Baby Top’s absence from the popular vernacular station after she failed to appear on recent broadcasts. The presenter’s disappearance from the airwaves prompted speculation among fans, with some taking to social media to seek clarification regarding her whereabouts.
Sources said Chef Gathemba addressed the matter during a radio segment, explaining that Baby Top was going through a difficult period following the death of a young child belonging to a close friend. According to reports, the presenter had taken time away from her broadcasting duties to support the bereaved family and process the loss.
Official statements from the station had not been issued at the time of reporting. However, reports indicate that Chef Gathemba urged listeners to keep Baby Top and the affected family in their thoughts during the mourning period.
According to reports, the tragic news prompted an outpouring of support from fans, colleagues, and friends. Social media users shared condolence messages and words of encouragement, expressing sympathy for both Baby Top and the grieving family.
A video circulating online shows Chef Gathemba discussing the presenter’s absence and explaining the circumstances surrounding her time away from work. While the video confirms that the issue was addressed publicly, details concerning the family involved remain private and have not been independently verified.
Reports suggest that Baby Top is expected to return to her duties after the mourning period, although no official timeline has been announced. Neither the presenter nor the station had publicly commented further on the matter at the time of publication.
The incident has highlighted the personal challenges media personalities can face away from the public eye. As messages of support continue to emerge, fans and colleagues have expressed solidarity with Baby Top and the bereaved family during what many described as a painful and difficult time.