A popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, has been reported dead age 40, while record has it that the light-skinned movie star had been absent from Instagram since December 30, 2024, sparking speculation about his well-being.
Penpushing reports that Ekubo’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by his colleagues, Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Godwin Nnadiekwe, Instagram
‘Hmmmmmm. Rest in peace, Alex. I tried to reach out to see you one more time, but I guess you knew best. May your kind soul rest in peace, Alex. ‘Ore mi like you fondly called me, I will always remember and cherish the good times we shared together. Rest in Peace, Alex’, Akindele wrote
“I’m struggling to find the words. This news has truly broken me. Nollywood has lost a rare soul, and I’m lost for words because this wasn’t the plan, Alex Ekubo. To think you already prepared your Will — It’s heartbroken, I can’t quite describe. Rest well, my friend.” Nnadiekwe wrote on his part
Penpushing further reports that it would be recalled that fans across social media recently expressed concerns for Ekubo following his first public appearance after months of social media silence.
The recent video that surfaced online brought him back into the spotlight, though it also raised further questions, while Ekubo was seen interacting with a group of children, appearing noticeably slimmer and subdued.
Penpushing also reports that the footage triggered a wave of emotional reactions from fans, many of whom pointed out a significant change in his appearance and questioned his wellbeing, and before his death,Ekubo dismissed marriage in favour of his quest to earn more money in the film industry.
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