Former Makutano Junction Actor Patrick Serro is Dead

His sister, Ascar Serro Ogombe, shared the heartbreaking news on social media. She revealed that Patrick had visited a garage earlier that day before returning home, where he started feeling unwell while watching old videos of himself. Ascar recounted the final moments leading up to his passing:

"After the death of our parents over 30 years ago, you took charge and have been our pillar, always there for all of us. Yesterday (January 25), you left the garage and went straight home. While relaxing and watching your past videos, you felt sharp chest pain. At 4:50 PM, on the way to the hospital, you sent me a message saying you were not feeling well. I rushed to the hospital later in the evening, only to receive the devastating news that you were no more. Go well, my brother Patrick Serro. Till we meet again."

Serro’s passing has left fans and fellow actors in shock. Many remember him for his outstanding performance in Makutano Junction, a show that entertained Kenyans for years. A fan, Abdikarim Hussein, paid tribute to Serro’s talent:

"I loved Makutano Junction. I still believe it to be one of the best TV shows ever to grace our screens. One of the main highlights of the show was Dr. Washington, played by Patrick Serro. He truly lit up that series from the first episode I saw him. It’s sad to hear of his death, and it’s such a tragedy for our entertainment industry."

Caroline Midimo, a close friend of Serro, revealed that she had spoken to him just hours before his passing:

"Serro Patrick. Engineer, this was December 2024 at our end-of-year office party. You were so full of life, mwalimu, so energetic. I still can't wrap my head around the sad fact that you are gone forever. Osiepna, we talked on Saturday evening, and you were gone after just a few hours. You should have warned me. What happened to friendship honour? I don't even know how to begin mourning you. UMENIVUNJA....UMETUMALIZA. That studio will never be the same again. Never!"

Serro’s daughter also shared a touching tribute, expressing her deep sorrow:

"Oh, my father! I loved you till your last breath, and you've loved me till your last breath. I am so, so, so heartbroken, daddy! As I recorded this song, I really didn't think I would sing it to mourn you, but here we are! Rest well, my forever love! I will try my very best to make your name proud. I will carry the Serro name with so much pride. Keep dancing, daddy. Naskia huko juu mziki inabamba sana. Kamums will always carry you in her heart. Rest wuonwa. Rest!"

Fans of Makutano Junction have flooded social media with messages of condolence:

"May his soul rest in eternal peace. I was a kid and would catch the show on Citizen TV Kenya. Made our childhood." – Omongot Samuel

"That program was so real. I loved it so much, and the actors were top-notch. May he R.I.P." – Lisa Wambui

"I even watched the repeat on Akili Kids last year. So sad." – Diana Anyango

Serro’s death comes barely a month after the passing of Xavier Jerry Nato, another celebrated Kenyan actor.

Nato, best known for his role as Jamo in the Wash Wash drama series, also appeared in Tahidi High.

He was highly regarded for his ability to bring characters to life and for mentoring young talent through his production company, Millaz Productions.