Hundreds of friends, family and colleagues from the entertainment industry today (Thursday) converged at the Nairobi Baptist church to pay their tributes and celebrate a legend, Bruce Odhiambo.

Bruce who has nurtured alot of talents in the local music industry thus earning the name 'Dad' from most artist died on a week ago at the Nairobi hospital after a long battle with cardiac ailments.

Among those who paid their tributes is President Kenyatta who described the late as a big man with a big heart, a gentle giant who loved people, a legend a and a pioneer. The President and Bruce were classmates.

The president's tribute was read by first lady Margaret Kenyatta on his behalf.

Talia Oyando who read a tribute on behalf of her dad (One of Bruce's close friends) , remembered him as a giver and a father figure who stood by her when she lost her job.

On their part Sauti Sol band members described the late Bruce as not only a mentor but a 'Dad'. "Your immense contribution to the industry laid a foundation for many artistes. You were not only a mentor but a dad to us" they noted. all.

Daddy Owen said 'We were friends for many years, you inspired me to register my first company. Telling me how I should invest and the industry works. We respected each other as true friends. We love you bro'.

On his personal tribute, Nairobi Senator Johson Sakaja committed to pushing for broadcasters to play 60% Kenyan music and pay their royalties.

Other artists who also attended the service includes Nyashinski, Eric Wainaina, Kidum, Dan Chizi, Wyre, Kayamba Afrika among others.

The former Youth and Enterprises Development boss leaves behind his two children, daughter Simone and son Laboriel and a grandson, Ethan. He will be laid to rest this Saturday in Koru Kisumu County.