Nollywood stars mourn the death of actor Alex Ekubo
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been plunged into a state of grief following the news of the death of actor Alex Ekubo, fondly called “Ikuku.” As news of his death spread, a wave of tributes took over social media on Tuesday, especially Instagram and X, with colleagues describing him as a man of kindness and […]
Key facts about the late Nollywood star
Popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, has died at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The late actor was one of the prominent figures in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, known for his film roles, modelling career, and public influence. Below are key things to know about the late actor Early life and background […]
‘I tried to reach out’
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has mourned the death of friend and colleague, actor Alex Ekubo, revealing that she made efforts to reconnect with him before his passing. Ekubo’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by some of his colleagues, including Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and Godwin Nnadiekwe. Sharing an emotional tribute via her Instagram story, […]
Hyrishthebigdeal on Fame, Friends, and Content Creation
Actor and content creator, Abayomi Jimoh, popularly known as Hyrishthebigdeal, tells Anjola Dawodu about his career and other issues You wear many hats, including actor, content creator, influencer. Which one feels most authentic to you? Everything feels authentic, but being a content creator feels more organic to me because I share my life as it […]
Nollywood actor ties the knot in Italy
Nollywood actor Jide Kene Achufusi has tied the knot with his partner, Ifeoma, in a white wedding ceremony held in Milan, Italy, marking a new chapter in his personal life. Videos from the ceremony, which surfaced online, captured emotional moments as the couple exchanged vows in a sanctuary setting and sealed their union with a […]
Patrick Doyle mourns tragic death of his newborn daughter
Veteran Nollywood actor and broadcaster, Patrick Doyle, has announced the death of his newborn daughter, just hours after celebrating her birth with his new wife, Funmilayo Doyle. In a Facebook post on Saturday evening, Doyle revealed that the baby, named Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, passed away barely a day after she was born. “Omayinuwa visited […]
Junior Pope’s Wife Recounts Devastating Moment in Tribute
Jennifer Odonwodo, wife of late Nollywood actor JohnPaul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, paid tribute to her husband on Friday, recounting the moment she received news of his death. In a post shared on her Instagram page, she described the incident as “the most devastating call” of her life. The mother of three wrote, […]