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Deceased Nollywood Igbo Actors, Actresses, and Crew (1990–2024): A Memorial Compilation

Since 1990, the Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has mourned the loss of several prominent Igbo actors, actresses, and crew members. Below is a list of some of these individuals, along with available details about their lives and deaths:

  1. Jennifer Okere
    • Date of Birth: August 30, 1968
    • Place of Origin: Okolochi, Owerri West, Imo State, Nigeria
    • Date of Death: June 28, 1999
    • Notable Works: Living in Bondage, Glamour Girls
    • Additional Information: Jennifer was a pioneering actress in Nollywood. She passed away under circumstances suggesting possible mistreatment due to delays in childbearing. Wikipedia
  2. Muna Obiekwe
    • Date of Birth: 1979
    • Date of Death: January 18, 2015
    • Cause of Death: Kidney failure
    • Notable Works: Men in Love, Eyes of the Gods, The Princess of My Life
    • Additional Information: Muna was a prominent actor known for his versatility and depth in roles. Naijmobile
  3. Peter Bunor
    • Date of Birth: 1955
    • Date of Death: May 1, 2015
    • Cause of Death: Complications from a stroke
    • Notable Works: To Rise Again, Agony of a Mother, Deadly Kiss 2, Polygamy 2
    • Additional Information: Peter was a veteran actor who often collaborated with peers like Pete Edochie and Nkem Owoh. Yen Ghana
  4. Cynthia Okereke
    • Date of Death: July 2023
    • Notable Works: King Jaja of Opobo, Lion Finger, Second Chance
    • Additional Information: Cynthia was renowned for her motherly roles and comic prowess. She passed away after a brief illness. Skabash
  5. Don Brymo (Brymo Uchegbu)
    • Date of Birth: 1966
    • Date of Death: June 15, 2023
    • Cause of Death: Died in his sleep
    • Notable Works: My Beloved Daughter, Snake Battle, Land of Fire, No Mercy, My God Never Sleeps
    • Additional Information: Don Brymo was celebrated for his versatility and had a significant impact on Nollywood. PM News Nigeria
  6. Romanus Amuta (Natty)
    • Date of Birth: 1942
    • Date of Death: February 9, 2022
    • Notable Works: New Masquerade
    • Additional Information: Romanus gained fame for his role as Natty in the popular 1980s sitcom “New Masquerade.” PM News Nigeria
  7. Ifeanyi Gbulie
    • Date of Death: December 2018
    • Cause of Death: Battled stroke for years
    • Additional Information: Ifeanyi was a veteran actor respected for his contributions to Nollywood. Naijmobile
  8. Chris Nkulor
    • Date of Death: April 22, 2014
    • Cause of Death: Kidney-related disease
    • Additional Information: Chris passed away due to his inability to raise funds required for his surgery. Naijmobile
  9. Okwy Chukwujekwu (Main Bossman)
    • Date of Death: September 2018
    • Cause of Death: Asthma attack
    • Additional Information: Okwy was a rising star known for his comedic roles. Naijmobile
  10. Romanus Uchenna Amuta
    • Date of Death: June 7, 2014
    • Cause of Death: Stroke
    • Additional Information: Romanus suffered from partial paralysis for many years before his passing. Naijmobile
  11. David Ihesie
    • Date of Death: 2012
    • Age at Death: 73
    • Additional Information: David was a veteran actor who had been ill for a long time before his death. Naijmobile
  12. Clems Onyeka
    • Date of Death: 2014
    • Cause of Death: Stray bullet during a police and armed robbers fracas
    • Additional Information: Clems was a handsome actor whose untimely death shocked many. Naijmobile
  13. Dede One Day (Onwuzurike Onyehidelam)
    • Date of Death: December 14, 2015
    • Cause of Death: Slumped while performing on stage
    • Additional Information: Dede was known for his comedic performances and died during a performance in Aba. Naijmobile
  14. Junior Pope (Obumneme Odonwodo)
    • Date of Birth: May 7, 1984
    • Date of Death: April 10, 2024
    • Cause of Death: Boat accident on the River Niger
    • Place of Birth: Cameroon
    • Place of Origin: Ukehe, Igbo Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria
    • Additional Information: Junior Pope was traveling to Asaba for a movie shoot when the accident occurred. He was buried in his hometown. Wikipedia
  15. Amaechi Muonagor
    • Date of Birth: August 20, 1962
    • Place of Birth: Obosi, Anambra State, Nigeria
    • Date of Death: March 24, 2024
    • Cause of Death: Kidney failure
    • Notable Works: Aki na Ukwa, Karishika, Igodo
    • Additional Information: Amaechi was a veteran actor and comedian who battled diabetes and suffered a stroke in 2023, leading to partial paralysis. He passed away at the age of 62. Wikipedia
  16. John Okafor (Mr. Ibu)
    • Date of Birth: October 17, 1961
    • Place of Birth: Umunekwu, Enugu State, Nigeria
    • Date of Death: March 2, 2024
    • Cause of Death: Cardiac arrest
    • Notable Works: Mr. Ibu, Mr. Ibu in London, Coffin Producers
    • Additional Information: John, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, was renowned for his comedic roles. He underwent a leg amputation in November 2023 due to health complications and passed away at 62. Wikipedia
  17. Onyeka Onwenu
    • Date of Birth: May 31, 1952
    • Date of Death: July 31, 2024
    • Notable Works: Half of a Yellow Sun, Muna, Lionheart
    • Additional Information: Onyeka was a celebrated singer, actress, and journalist. Her career spanned music, film, journalism, and politics, making her a cultural icon in Nigeria.

This list highlights the significant contributions of Igbo individuals to Nollywood and serves as a remembrance of their legacies.

 

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