Nairobi, Kenya – September 22, 2025 – A barber and gospel singer from Donholm has etched his name in Kenya’s entertainment history after winning the inaugural Next Superstar Kenya competition. Jose Jay, whose real name is Joseph Japheth, was crowned champion on Sunday night at Charter Hall, City Hall, Nairobi, scooping the grand prize of KSh 1 million. Music is my life, and I’ll keep doing it for as long as I live.”The finale was not just a night for Jay. “StarTimes has grown with Kenya for over 15 years, and it is our responsibility to invest in local content. As the curtain fell on its maiden season, Next Superstar Kenya left audiences with a powerful message—that the country’s next big stars can come from anywhere, even a barbershop in Donholm.