Local Actor Khaironi Salleh, aka Roni, Dies
In a quiet but heartfelt announcement, local favorite Khaironi Salleh, better known as Roni, has passed away. The news, shared by Channel 8 news anchor Evelyn Lam on Facebook, brought a personal loss into the public sphere with loving words and a few chuckles.
What the Facebook Post Taught Us About Roni
Evelyn’s tribute read something like:
“I’ve lost a comrade today. It’s heartbreaking. He taught me that to live life, I must ‘Don’t worry be happy.’ He was always that way. Wherever he goes, there’s laughter. Roni, farewell and rest in peace.”
It perfectly captures Roni—ever‑cheerful, never a dull moment in his presence.
Roni’s Career Highlights
- Best known as Ali, the beloved petrol kiosk staff on the hit Mediacorp sitcom “Don’t Worry Be Happy”.
- Earlier, he shot stories as a senior cameraman at Mediacorp before stepping onto the set.
Another Sad Loss for the Drama Community
Only two months before Roni, former actor Mak Ho Wai (age 76) also passed away in Singapore—a reminder that the entertainment world can lose bright stars in a blink.
Possible Causes of the Tragic Demise
According to Hong Kong media, Roni may have succumbed to a heart attack or leukaemia. Whatever the culprit, the community now mourns the loss of a man who always kept the lights on.
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Not far from the news of Roni’s passing, another recent story highlights the late actor Kenneth Tsang who spent his final trip in Singapore with close friends, enjoying laksa along the way.
