Renowned actor Pete Openda has died after a long battle with cancer.

The last post by Openda was on his birthday where he thanked his family and friends for being there for him.

Insignia director Philippe Bresson who worked with him with on a number of movies and television shows, said that Openda was for many years a hardworking and talented actor, who executed his roles excellently.

Oh no, we've lost legendary actor Pete Openda.

We lost Pete Openda one of the most prolific actors in Kenya,if you check on my pinned tweet i was priviledged to have him in my show that i produced awhile back,the industry has lost a gem... go well Pete... in peace Pete Openda.