Early Life & Rise to Fame
Kariuki, hailing from limuru in Kiambu County, he pursued Applied Computer Science at Kisii University .His comedic talent exploded in 2022 when friends urged him to mimic then–Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. What began as a challenge instantly clicked—his timing, voice, mannerisms, and even the exaggerated belly and oversized suits made his “Riggy G” persona a hit .
Digital Stardom
KK’s videos struck a chord across platforms: over 1.1 million followers on TikTok, 415,000 on Facebook, and over 50,000 on Instagram by mid‑July 2025 .His content style evolved from political satire to wider social commentary, often collaborating with creators like Kafengo, Cashina Ke, and Kufai .A defining trait? His satire balanced humor with a deep mirroring of society—never mean-spirited, but insightful and unifying .
Passing & Public Mourning
KK passed away on 14 July 2025, aged 25, following a brief illness at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital .His death was first announced by fellow comedian Kafengo on social media:> “Rest in peace, brother… may God give us strength during these hard times.”
Tributes poured in:
Rest easy our beloved comedian we won’t forget you .while taken to young his impact transcends through