The Nollywood industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that actor Seun Confirm has passed away.
Actress Jayeola Monje shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram on Wednesday night August 13, expressing shock and sorrow over the loss.
In an emotional tribute written partly in Yoruba, she lamented:
“Seun confirm….. Aaaah Iku omo yin dun mi 00000 kabiyesi olorun. Kabiyesi olorun, kabiyesi olorun, ijinle ife alailenikan iku doro . Rest in Peace is cruel o
Not now lord ! 😭😭😭😭😭
Odun mi Sa. Olorun Odun mi o. Aaah
Odun mi 😭😭😭😭😭 High BPH
Ama pade lese Jesu. Sun ree o. May God console your family tor.”
While details are still sketchy, some online reports claim that Seun was found dead in his apartment. The cause of death has not yet been officially confirmed.
Fans and colleagues have since flooded social media with tributes, remembering Seun for his vibrant personality and memorable roles on screen.
Meanwhile, in August 1, the Yoruba Nollywood industry was thrown into mourning following the death of actress Omotola Odunsi.
Her passing was announced by Emiralty Africa blog and confirmed by colleagues, including Bakare Zainab and Yetunde Barnabas. Omotola was known for her roles in several Yoruba films, including Lisabi alongside popular actor Lateef Adedimeji.
Bakare Zainab, in a somber tribute on Instagram, did not disclose the cause of death but simply wrote:
“Goodnight. Omotola rest well.”
Ashabi, babymama to controversial singer Portable, also expressed shock over the tragic news, recalling her last moments with the actress. Ashabi wrote:
“Omoh dis one shock me oooo aunty tola. You’re one of the best actors I’m rooting for. Saw you earlier this year when I was shooting Deputy and we promised to feature each other in our next project, but now u laboured and didn’t wait to reap what life sef.”
“I remember nights you do chat to give me hope and advice. Most of your wishes we talked about didn’t even come true. GOD, we can’t question you oooo. Death is deep.”
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