Editing Dj Shiti

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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size:smaller;" | DJ Shiti in 2025
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! style="background:#cedff2;" colspan="2" | Background information
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! Birth name
| Steve Oduor Ndede
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! Born
| 18 August 1990 (age 34)<br>Mumias, Musanda, Kenya
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! Tribe
| Luhya
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! Nationality
| Kenyan
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! Occupation
| Comedian · Actor · Event MC · Musician
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! Years active
| 2014–present
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! Known for
| The Real House Helps of Kawangware · Churchill Show · Kamum
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! Associated acts
| King Kaka · Sauti Sol · Otile Brown · Khaligraph Jones · Timmy T-Dat · Chikuzee
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! Social media
| [https://www.instagram.com/djshiti_comedian/ Instagram: @djshiti_comedian] · [https://www.tiktok.com/@djshiti_comedian TikTok: @djshiti_comedian]
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'''DJ Shiti''', born Steve Oduor Ndede on August 18, 1990, is a 35-year-old Kenyan comedian, actor, and musician whose sharp wit and relatable humor have made him a star in East African entertainment. Known for his role in ''The Real House Helps of Kawangware'', he’s won hearts through the ''Churchill Show'', music collaborations, and viral TikTok skits. “Comedy saved me from the streets,” he shared, reflecting on his rise from homelessness to fame.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMyVLBd1I_w Tuko TV - DJ Shiti's Rise From Little Known Comedian to Millionaire]</ref> Despite personal challenges, his 2025 KTN thriller-drama series shows his growing range, cementing his influence.<ref>[https://www.ghafla.co.ke/ke/tag/dj-shiti-news/ Ghafla! Kenya - DJ Shiti News]</ref>

== Early Life ==

Born in Musanda, Mumias, on August 18, 1990, DJ Shiti grew up in a lively '''Luhya''' family, the sixth of seven siblings. Raised in Nakuru, he mimicked his late aunt’s antics, entertaining at church and Nakuru Players Theatre. “I’d sneak to watch comedians,” he laughed.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref> He briefly attended St. Luke Seminary in Uganda, eyeing priesthood, but comedy called louder.<ref>[https://kenyanmoves.co.ke/dj-shiti-biography/ Kenyan Moves - DJ Shiti Biography]</ref> Working as a matatu tout and shop assistant, he honed his humor. In 2013, he moved to Nairobi, facing homelessness on Koinange Street. “I ate club leftovers, but kept dreaming,” he recalled.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMyVLBd1I_w Tuko TV - DJ Shiti's Rise From Little Known Comedian to Millionaire]</ref> These struggles shaped his authentic comedic voice.

== Career ==

=== Comedy Beginnings ===
DJ Shiti started performing in Nakuru’s theater groups, using humor as a matatu tout to draw crowds.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref> In 2013, he joined Nairobi’s Crazy Comedy collective, taking unpaid gigs. His ''Churchill Show'' audition in 2014 launched his '''comedy''' career, earning him the “rib-breaker” nickname.<ref>[https://kenyanmoves.co.ke/dj-shiti-biography/ Kenyan Moves - DJ Shiti Biography]</ref>

=== Acting Roles ===
In 2014, Abel Mutua connected DJ Shiti with producer Waithaka Mukuria for ''The Real House Helps of Kawangware'' on KTN, where his quirky role earned a long-term contract (KSh 15,000–30,000 weekly).<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMyVLBd1I_w Tuko TV - DJ Shiti's Rise From Little Known Comedian to Millionaire]</ref> “Njugush taught me camera tricks,” he said.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref> He led ''Masaibu Ya DJ Shiti'' on PPP TV and played Apostle Sylavanus Fandili in Eddie Butita’s ''Kamum'' (YouTube), blending humor and depth.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/entertainment/celebrities/585548-exclusive-dj-shiti-speaks-mastering-role-kamum-moment-actor/ Tuko - DJ Shiti on Kamum]</ref> His 2025 KTN thriller-drama series marked a bold shift, promoted via YouTube teasers.<ref>[https://www.ghafla.co.ke/ke/tag/dj-shiti-news/ Ghafla! Kenya - DJ Shiti News]</ref>

=== Music Collaborations ===
DJ Shiti appeared in music videos for '''King Kaka''', '''Sauti Sol''', '''Otile Brown''', '''Khaligraph Jones''', '''Timmy T-Dat''', '''Chikuzee''', and Bahati’s “Ndogo Ndogo”. His playful bond with Sauti Sol shines through their shared projects.<ref>[https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/features/2001255286/the-untold-story-of-comedian-dj-shiti-and-his-relationship-with-sauti-sol Standard Entertainment - DJ Shiti and Sauti Sol]</ref> He plans comedy-themed music, inspired by these collaborations.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref>

=== Brand Ambassador ===
In 2022, DJ Shiti became StarTimes Kenya’s ambassador, inking a KSh 5 million deal to promote digital TV services.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/business-economy/459497-dj-shitis-rise-little-known-comedian-millionaire/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Rise]</ref> His charm broadens the brand’s reach.

=== Social Media ===
DJ Shiti’s YouTube (@DJSHITIENTERTAINMENT, 289,000 subscribers) earned a Silver Creator Award, with skits and vlogs netting KSh 50,000–100,000 monthly.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/facts-lifehacks/celebrity-biographies/481430-dj-shitis-bio-background-education-tribe-family-wife/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Bio]</ref> His TikTok (@djshiti_comedian) and Instagram (@djshiti_comedian) feature viral skits and family moments.<ref>[https://www.tiktok.com/@djshiti_comedian DJ Shiti's TikTok]</ref><ref>[https://www.instagram.com/djshiti_comedian/ DJ Shiti's Instagram]</ref> A 2025 TikTok with Yesu wa Tongaren went viral, blending humor and culture.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/entertainment/celebrities/588369-yesu-wa-tongaren-moon-hangs-dj-shiti-funny-clip-quote/ Tuko - Yesu wa Tongaren Video]</ref>

== Personal Life ==

DJ Shiti, born August 18, 1990, is '''34 years old''' and '''Luhya''', often mistaken for Luo due to his name, Oduor.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref> A single father to his daughter, Mariam Auma (born June 24, 2020), with ex-partner Faiza Hussein, he co-parents amicably after her 2022 mental health struggles. “We’re good for Mariam,” he said.<ref>[https://nairobinews.nation.africa/dj-shitti-reaches-out-to-baby-mama-after-nasty-break-up/ Nairobi News - DJ Shiti and Faiza]</ref> Unmarried, he keeps his love life private, with no '''wife'''.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/facts-lifehacks/celebrity-biographies/481430-dj-shitis-bio-background-education-tribe-family-wife/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Bio]</ref> His '''net worth''', estimated at KSh 20 million, funds a modest Ngong '''house''' and a Toyota Harrier '''car'''.<ref>[https://vocal.media/humans/dj-shiti-net-worth-age-biography-wife-tribe-and-more Vocal - DJ Shiti Biography]</ref> He supports his mother and siblings, despite his brother’s alcoholism challenges. “Family’s tough but worth it,” he shared.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref> His Christian faith, rooted in seminary days, keeps him humble.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]</ref>

== Filmography ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Type
! Title
! Year
! Role
|-
| Television
| The Real House Helps of Kawangware
| 2014–2018
| Various
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| Television
| Masaibu Ya DJ Shiti
| 2019–2020
| Lead
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| Digital
| Kamum
| 2023
| Apostle Sylavanus Fandili
|-
| Television
| Untitled KTN Thriller-Drama
| 2025
| Lead
|}

== Recognition ==

DJ Shiti earned a YouTube Silver Creator Award for surpassing 100,000 subscribers, a testament to his digital impact.<ref>[https://www.tuko.co.ke/facts-lifehacks/celebrity-biographies/481430-dj-shitis-bio-background-education-tribe-family-wife/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Bio]</ref> His roles in ''Kamum'' and the ''Churchill Show'' have made him a Kenyan comedy icon.

== External Links ==

* [https://www.instagram.com/djshiti_comedian/ DJ Shiti on Instagram]
* [https://www.tiktok.com/@djshiti_comedian DJ Shiti on TikTok]
* [https://www.youtube.com/@DJSHITIENTERTAINMENT DJ Shiti on YouTube]

== References ==
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/409371-dj-shiti-bio-background-education-tribe-family-wife.html Tuko - DJ Shiti's Bio]
* [https://kenyanmoves.co.ke/dj-shiti-biography/ Kenyan Moves - DJ Shiti Biography]
* [https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/features/2001255286/the-untold-story-of-comedian-dj-shiti-and-his-relationship-with-sauti-sol Standard Entertainment - DJ Shiti and Sauti Sol]
* [https://www.ghafla.co.ke/ke/tag/dj-shiti-news/ Ghafla! Kenya - DJ Shiti News]
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/entertainment/celebrities/585548-exclusive-dj-shiti-speaks-mastering-role-kamum-moment-actor/ Tuko - DJ Shiti on Kamum]
* [https://www.mpasho.co.ke/entertainment/2024-05-20-dj-shiti-excited-after-nick-cannons-ig-follow-this-could-be-the-reason Mpasho - Nick Cannon Follow]
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/business-economy/459497-dj-shitis-rise-little-known-comedian-millionaire/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Rise]
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/facts-lifehacks/celebrity-biographies/481430-dj-shitis-bio-background-education-tribe-family-wife/ Tuko - DJ Shiti's Bio]
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/entertainment/celebrities/588369-yesu-wa-tongaren-moon-hangs-dj-shiti-funny-clip-quote/ Tuko - Yesu wa Tongaren Video]
* [https://nairobinews.nation.africa/dj-shitti-reaches-out-to-baby-mama-after-nasty-break-up/ Nairobi News - DJ Shiti and Faiza]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdMbF2iSHZk Oga Obinna - Iko Nini Ep 44 | DJ Shiti | Comedian]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMyVLBd1I_w Tuko TV - DJ Shiti's Rise From Little Known Comedian to Millionaire]
* [https://vocal.media/humans/dj-shiti-net-worth-age-biography-wife-tribe-and-more Vocal - DJ Shiti Biography]

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[[Category:Kenyan actors]]
[[Category:Kenyan musicians]]
[[Category:1990 births]]
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