Eric Otieno Omondi is a Kenyan Comedian, Entertainer, MC, Social Media Influencer and Entrepreneur. His big breakthrough was on the Churchill Show during Season 1, in 2009. He was born on 9th March 1982.
Eric Omondi Biography
| Full Names: | Eric Otieno Omondi |
| Known as: | Erico, The President of Comedy in Africa |
| Date of Birth: | 9th March 1982 |
| Age: | 43 Years Old. |
| Place of Birth: | Manyatta, Kisumu – Kenya. |
| Place of Growth: | Kisumu & Nairobi: Kenya |
| Profession: | Comedian, Entertainer, MC, Social Media Influencer, Entrepreneur |
Eric Omondi Family
Eric Omondi is the second-born in a family of four.
His mother passed on over 20 years ago.
He is the elder brother of the late Fred Omondi, who was a fellow comedian.
Fred Omondi died in a tragic road accident along Kangundo Road in Nairobi on Saturday morning, June 15th, 2024.
He was buried on June 29th, 2024, in Saga, Siaya County.
He was comforted by his fellow comedians in the industry such as Dj Shiti, MC Jessy, Churchill among others.
Eric Omondi Education
- Primary Education
Eric Omondi began his primary education at Kondele Primary School in Kisumu County, Kenya, where he studied from Class 1 to Class 3.
He later transferred to Lake Primary School, also located in Kisumu County, where he completed his primary education.
- Secondary Education
Eric did his secondary education at Kisumu Boys’ High School, located in Kisumu County, Kenya.
- Tertiary Education
Eric Omondi attended Daystar University in Nairobi, where he pursued Mass Communication.
He was the Vice President of the Christian Union (C.U.) and also the official school MC.
He later won a full university scholarship and graduated with honours after 7 years (2003 to 2010).
Eric Omondi Comedy Career
Eric Omondi’s big breakthrough was on the Churchill Show during Season 1, in 2009.
Churchill Show is a popular Kenyan stand-up comedy and entertainment television show. It is created and hosted by the well-known Kenyan comedian, Daniel “Churchill” Ndambuki.
Eric has performed in various National Events, e.g, The 2013 Jamhuri Day.
He has appeared on international late-night shows such as The Late Night With Seth Meyers and The Late Night Show with Jimmy Kimmel.
Eric Omondi Comedy Tours
Eric has held various international tours such as: Dubai (United Arab Emirates – UAE), Tanzania, Uganda and other various locations.
His comedy skills have enabled him to grace various international stages and work with critically acclaimed comedians.
Eric Omondi Awards
Eric Omondi has won various awards in the industry, such as:-
- Comedian of The Year Award at the 2018 Starq Awards in South Africa.
- Entertainer of The Year Award at the 2018 Soma Award in Kenya.
- Best African Comedian Award at the 2018 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- Best African Comedian Award at the 2019 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- African King of Comedy Award at the 2019 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- Best African Comedian Award at the 2020 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- AMONG OTHERS
Eric Omondi Relationships
- Eric Omondi and Jackie Maribe
Eric Omondi was in a past relationship with a former TV presenter called Jackie Maribe.
- Eric Omondi and Chantal
He was later in a relationship with a Kenyan-Italian fashion enthusiast called Chantal Juliet Grazioli.
They parted ways in May 2019 in an amicable and mutually respectful way.
- Eric Omondi and Lynne Njihia
Eric was in a relationship with Lynne Njihia until around April 2025.
Eric Omondi Children
- With Jackie Maribe
Eric Omondi has a son together with former TV Presenter, Jackie Maribe, called Zahari.
He accepted the responsibility after initially demanding a DNA Paternity test.
They are currently co-parenting.
- With Lynne Njihia
He also has a child with Lynne, named Kyla Hailey Omondi.
Kyla was born on August 6th, 2023.
In November 2022, Lynne and Eric shared that they had lost their pregnancy after Lynne suffered a miscarriage.
Eric Omondi Sisi Kwa Sisi
Eric Omondi established the ‘Sisi kwa Sisi’ initiative, meaning “us for us” or “Kenyans for Kenyans” in Swahili.
The program aims to identify and support individual Kenyans in dire need by raising funds and rallying public assistance to provide aid and a fresh start.
He has so far supported various people from different locations in the country, from school kids to former musicians among others and also various projects.
Other Info.
Eric Omondi’s role models in the comedy industry include: Daniel “Churchill” Ndambuki, Will Smith, Kevin Hart, Trevoh Noah among others.
He is also the Founder and CEO of Big Tyme Entertainment, an events production solutions company offering services such as entertainment productions, Event Solutions, Brand Endorsements, Activations, Ambassadorships, and Corporate MCs, among others.
Eric has also been an activist in the Kenyan scene, fighting for justice for all Kenyans and good governance by the politicians among other issues. He has been arrested multiple times and arraigned to court.
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Eric Omondi Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is Eric Omondi?
Eric Otieno Omondi is a Kenyan Comedian, Entertainer, MC, Social Media Influencer and Entrepreneur. His big breakthrough was on the Churchill Show during Season 1, in 2009.
- When was Eric Omondi born?
Eric Omondi was born on 9th March 1982.
- How old is Eric Omondi?
Eric Omondi is currently 43 Years Old.
- When did Fred Omondi die?
Fred Omondi died on Saturday morning, June 15th, 2024Â due to a tragic road accident along Kangundo Road in Nairobi.
- What Primary school did Eric Omondi go to?Eric Omondi first went to Kondele Primary School in Kisumu County, Kenya, where he studied from Class 1 to Class 3. He later transferred to Lake Primary School, also located in Kisumu County, where he completed his primary education.
- What Secondary school did Eric Omondi go to?
Eric Omondi went to Kisumu Boys’ High School, located in Kisumu County, Kenya.
- What University school did Eric Omondi go to?Eric Omondi went to Daystar University in Nairobi, where he pursued Mass Communication. He was the Vice President of the Christian Union (C.U.) and also the official school MC. He later won a full university scholarship and graduated with honours after 7 years (2003 to 2010).
- What was Eric Omondi's big breakthrough in comedy?
Eric Omondi’s big breakthrough was on the Churchill Show during Season 1, in 2009.
- How many awards has Eric Omondi won in his comedy career?
- Best African Comedian Award at the 2020 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- AMONG OTHERS
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- Comedian of The Year Award at the 2018 Starq Awards in South Africa.
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- Entertainer of The Year Award at the 2018 Soma Award in Kenya.
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- Best African Comedian Award at the 2018 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
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- Best African Comedian Award at the 2019 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
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- African King of Comedy Award at the 2019 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- Best African Comedian Award at the 2020 African Entertainment Awards in the USA.
- AMONG OTHERS
- How many romatic relationships has Eric Omondi been involved with?
- Eric Omondi and Jackie Maribe
- Eric Omondi and Chantal
- Eric Omondi and Lynne Njihia
- How many children does Eric Omondi have?Eric Omondi has two children;
- With Jackie Maribe
- With Lynne Njihia
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