He Said ‘Daddy, I’m Tired’ — The Tragic Death of Kimani Mbugua

Описание: In this Dark Hour Docs episode, we uncover the heartbreaking story of Kimani Mbugua — once one of Kenya’s most promising TV presenters, a brilliant young journalist whose smile lit up the screens of Citizen TV, NTV, and Nation FM. His journey from media fame to a painful mental health struggle shocked the nation.

Born in Murang’a County, Kimani rose fast through Kenya’s media industry, earning admiration for his intelligence, humor, and storytelling. But behind the cameras, a silent war was raging — depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, and isolation. He battled through hospital stays, rehab centres, homelessness, and viral breakdowns that played out in the public eye.

The Tragic Death of Kimani Mbugua | Kenya’s Young TV Star Who Lost His Battle with Mental Illness, Depression, and Fame – Full Documentary | Dark Hour Docs By 2025, Kimani was admitted to the Mombasa Women Empowerment Mental Rescue Centre, supported by Mike Sonko and other well-wishers. Yet on October 14, 2025, the nation woke up to tragic news — Kimani had died at just 29 years old. A note found beside him read: “Daddy, I’m tired of this.” Those words revealed the unbearable pain behind his smile.

This documentary revisits Kimani’s rise, downfall, and final days, exploring what truly led to his tragic death. Was it untreated mental illness, societal stigma, drug abuse, or neglect? Could this have been prevented?

At Dark Hour Docs, we shed light on the darkest stories behind the headlines — real tragedies, true crime, and human struggles that shape our society. Watch till the end to understand the man behind the viral videos, and the cost of fame, pressure, and pain in modern Kenya.

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Time stamps and Chapters
00:00 Case Intro
01:47 Personal Story
05:54 Episodes, Illnesses, Moments of Drama
12:11 Death