Old nigerian actors
When popular Nollywood actor, Sam Loco Efe died his hotel room in , it was a shock to the movie world as he has always been known to be full of life.
However, many actors and actresses have died of both known and unknown causes in the last few years.
Some of the popular movie stars that have passed on in recent time include Justus Esiri, Pete Emeh, Muna Obiekwe and Toun Oni.
In this post, we take a look at 15 top Nollywood actors and actresses that died between and
Bukky Ajayi
Bukky Ajayi was a famous veteran Nollywood actress.
Ajayi grew up in Nigeria but had her university education in England.
She returned to Nigeria in , where she worked as a presenter and newscaster for Nigerian Television Authority in
Ajayi made her acting debut in the television series Village Headmaster in the &#;70s. Also, she featured in Checkmate, a popular Nigeria TV series which aired in the late s to the early s.
The veteran actress passed away at her residence in Surulere, Lagos State on the 6th of July at the age of
Festus Aguebor
Aguebor died on the 23rd of February at the age of The actor became popular when he starred in the movie, The King and I which was released in
He was particularly known for his grey beards.
Nigerian male actors(who are dead) Unfortunately, the industry again, has yet witnessed the passing of several talented individuals in the first quarter of These losses spanned generations and genres, leaving a void in the hearts of fans and colleagues alike. In January, the entertainment industry witnessed the demise of veteran actor, Deji Aderemi, popularly known as Olofa Ina. Naija News reports that the death of the actor was announced by another Nollywood star, Saidi Balogun, via his social media account. He had his primary education at St.Aguebor began his acting career when he joined the drama department of the National Television Authority. He featured in series like For Better for Worst and Village Headmaster.
Uncle Festus as he is popularly called featured in over Nollywood movies in his 35 years of service to the Nigerian film industry.
Prince James Uche
Prince James Uche died on the 8th of March A few months before his death, the Abia State Government provided N10 million for his healthcare bill but it wasn’t enough to save his life.
It would be recalled that Prince James Uche was battling a series of ailments which include diabetes, heart and kidney disease.
The actor was admitted in the hospital for almost 2 years before he passed on.
He was billed to travel to India for a kidney transplant and eye surgery before his death.
The actor featured in popular movies like Igodo, Rituals, Lost Kingdom, Oracle and Coronation.
Moji Olaiya
Moji Olaiya became popular when she featured in the Super Story&#;s &#;No Pain No Gain.&#; She went on to feature in many more movies and even produce some.
The actress died of cardiac arrest on the 17th of May, at the age of
Olumide Bakare
Olumide Bakare was a Nollywood veteran. The actress passed away on the 22nd of April , following a protracted battle with a respiratory disorder.
The actor featured in popular movies like Oromodie, Edun Ara, Gbogbolomo and more.
Adeshina Adesanya
Popularly called &#;Pastor Ajidara&#;, the actor passed away as a result of complications from kidney failure.
While he was sick, there were calls for financial support from his colleagues, Bolaji &#;Mr. Latin&#; Amusan and Yomi Fash Lanso.
Adesanya became popular when he featured in Agbeku abela () and Ologbo Iya Ijebu ().
Before his death, Adesanya was the governor of the Association of Theatre Arts and Movie Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Ogun State.
The actor died on the 7th of May , at the age of
Alhaji Kasimu Yero
Kasimu shot into prominence as a talented actor when he featured in the series, Cock Crow at Dawn.
Nigerian male actors(who are dead) full Since the start of the year till the middle of October, Nollywood industry has lost several iconic stars, leaving fans and the industry mourning their absence. Below is a list of actors who have sadly passed away in and their passing has left a sad vacuum and the joy and happiness they brought to the screen will he missed. Amongst the list is veteran actor Mudashiru Ayobami , also known as Bobo B who recently passed away after a brief illness. Deji Aderemi, a veteran Yoruba actor known for his roles as a traditional chief and priest, died on January 4, at age He battled cancer and passed away in his hometown of Ede, Osun State.He died at the age of 70 on the 3rd of September, in Kaduna State after battling a protracted illness.
Adebayo Faleti
Faleti was a renowned journalist. He scored many first in the course of his illustrious career.
Some of these include being:
- Africa&#;s first newscaster,
- Africa&#;s first stage-play Director,
- Africa&#;s first film editor and librarian with the first television station in Africa (WNTV/WNBS),
- Nigeria&#;s first Yoruba presenter on Television and radio
Faleti was also known as a Yoruba translator, a broadcaster, TV exponent and pioneer of the first television station in Africa, Western Nigeria Television (WNTV), now known as the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA).
The veteran actor was responsible for translating the country’s National Anthem from English to Yoruba.
Faleti passed away on the 23rd of July , at the age of
Okwy Chukwujekwu
Comic actor Okwy Chukwujekwu popularly known as Main Bossman, died in September He is most popular for the movie, Men of Wisdom. He died in Anambra State as a result of an actor an asthma attack.
He was buried on the 5th of October
Obi Madubogwo
Obi Madubogwo is popularly known for his role in &#;Conspiracy,&#; where he featured alongside Onyeka Onwenu.
The veteran actor announced in that he was in need of public support for his health.
At that time, he had just come out of coma after a toxic battle with a diabetic wound, and he needed financial support for a surgery, tests and medications to avoid amputation of his leg.
Unfortunately, Madubogwo died on the 28th of August,
Funke Abisogun
Funke Abisogun Alhassan was a popular Nollywood Yoruba actress.
She passed away in October a few days after giving birth to her baby.
An actress and a producer, Abisogun owned the production house Funke Abisogun Heritage Links, and was married to filmmaker Taofeek Al Hassan Abisogun.
Victor Eze
Victor Eze Okwuchukwu was known for playing the role of Alika in the popular TV series, &#;Fuji House of Commotion.
He passed away on the 25th of June, , after a long battle with stroke.
Nigerian male actors(who are dead) today Nollywood is known globally for its talented actors and is arguably the best film industry in Africa. The industry has lost some instrumental figures. Many dead Nigerian actors have left a gap in the industry, but their legacies live on through their work. The loss of a prominent figure caused deep grief among friends, family, and even fans. Fans of Nollywood actors and actresses tend to form attachments with them because of their work.Eze is known for movies like Stigma, Widows, Beyond Reason, Baby Guards 2, Changing Faces, and Together as One.
Enebeli Elebuwa
Enebeli is known for movies like Royal Wars, Last Dance and City of Kings. The veteran actor suffered a major stroke and was flown overseas for medical treatment.
He died at the age of 66 in a hospital in India on the 5th December
Bisi Komolafe
Bisi Komolafe was a popular Nigerian actress, film director and producer. She is best known for her role in movies like Igboro Ti Daru and Aramotu.
She died of pregnancy related complications at the University College Hospital, Ibadan on the 31st of December
Ashley Nwosu
Ashley Chijioke Nwosu is most popular for featuring in movies like Glamour Girls, Day of Reckoning and First Lady.
The actor died at the Military Hospital in Yaba, Lagos on the 21st of April after battling with a liver disease