Flaqo Raz Biography: Movies, Age, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Height, Girlfriend, Comedies

Erastus Ayieko Otieno, professionally known as Flaqo Raz, is a Kenyan director, actor, producer, and comedian from Kisumu, Kenya.

He is best known for his comedic skits, in which he portrays multiple characters, including Mama Otis, Bakari, and Baba Otis.

Flaqo initially pursued a career in R&B music, releasing songs such as Hold You Down, Soul Cry, Make It Home, and Regrets before shifting to comedy.

His engaging social media content has earned him widespread recognition. His flaqo411 Instagram account has amassed over 1.3 million followers.

Profile

• Full Name: Erastus Ayieko Otieno
• Stage Name: Flaqo Raz
• Born: December 25, 1995
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Kisumu, Kenya  
• Nationality: Kenyan
• Occupation: Kenyan director, actor, producer, and comedian
• Height: Unknown
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Otieno
• Siblings: 2
• Girlfriend: Keranta
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unmarried
• Net Worth: $100,000 and $300,000

Early Life And Education

Erastus Ayieko Otieno was born on December 25, 1995, at Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu, Kenya. While his parents’ names remain undisclosed, they can be referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Otieno. He has a younger sister and a younger brother, though their names are not publicly known.

He began his education at Xaverian Primary School in Kisumu before proceeding to St. Mary’s High School. After completing his secondary education, he enrolled at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, where he graduated in 2018 with a degree in Public Health. Flaqo Raz is of Luo ethnicity, though his religious beliefs have not been publicly disclosed.

Career

Flaqo Raz began his entertainment career in August 2018, initially pursuing R&B music at university. However, after struggling to gain traction in the music industry, he transitioned to comedy, leveraging social media to share his content.

Using just his phone, he started creating and posting comedic skits on WhatsApp and Facebook, gradually building an audience. His unique style of humour, which involves playing multiple characters such as Mama Otis, Baba Otis, Bakari, and Akoth, quickly gained popularity. Despite initial discouragement from friends, Flaqo remained consistent, leading to increased engagement on Instagram and YouTube.

His breakthrough came in early 2019, propelling him to fame and solidifying his presence in Kenya’s digital entertainment space. In October 2020, his YouTube channel, which had amassed over 100,000 subscribers, was temporarily removed due to copyright violations but later reinstated.

In addition to comedy, Flaqo owns Hittites, a music recording studio in Kisumu that supports young artists. He has collaborated with major brands like Samsung, Yola, and Airtel, and his comic advertisements have gained widespread attention.

Although initially started as an R&B musician with songs like Hold You Down, Soul Cry, Make It Home, and Regrets, he has since hinted at plans to expand into television production. With over 1.3 million Instagram followers, his net worth is estimated to be in the six-figure range.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @flaqo411
• Facebook handle: Flaqo Raz Flaqo411
• YouTube: “Flaqo Raz”
• Threads: @flaqo411

Personal Life

Flaqo Raz is in a relationship with Keranta, and they have openly shared their romance on social media platforms like YouTube and Instagram. Despite occasional speculation and breakup rumours, they have addressed these concerns in various videos. As of now, Flaqo has not publicly confirmed any plans for marriage or engagement.

Net Worth

Flaqo Raz’s net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $300,000. His income is generated from multiple revenue streams, including his popular YouTube channel, lucrative brand endorsements with major companies such as Samsung, Airtel, and Yola, and his music recording studio, Hittites, in Kisumu. Through Hittites, he actively supports emerging artists, contributing to the growth of the local music industry.