Nollywood Mourns Again As Popular Actor Gbenga Richards Dies

Nollywood mourns again as popular actor Gbenga Richards dies.

Glamtush reports that the Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has reportedly lost an icon in the person of Gbenga Richards.

This online platform gathered that the movie star died on the morning of today, Thursday, May 12.

According to reports, the late actor had been battling diabetes and other sicknesses. Some colleagues and friends had tried to raise funds for him in 2021.

Richards’ first appearance as an actor was to represent Nigeria with Hubert Ogunde at the Second World Black and African Festival of African Culture (FESTAC) in 1977.

During his lifetime, Gbenga featured in blockbuster movies such as Sango, Mirror in the sun, and Betrayal of Love, to name a few. May his soul rest in peace.

GLAMTUSH

Recent Posts

Timeless Tunes: How Throwback Songs Bond Africans In 2024

Music has always been central to African culture, reflecting societal changes while connecting generations. In…

1 day ago

Sinach To Feature In Global Christian Event, Gather25

Sinach is set to feature in the global Christian event, Gather25.   Glamtush reports that Gather25,…

1 day ago

Yahaya Bello Released After Meeting Bail Conditions

Yahaya Bello has been released after meeting his bail conditions.   Glamtush reports that former…

2 days ago

Makinde Cancels Birthday Celebration To Honour Ibadan Stampede Victims

Makinde has cancelled his birthday celebration to honour the Ibadan stampede victims.   Glamtush reports that Governor…

2 days ago

Raining Curses On Someone Online Is Criminal Offence – FPRO

Raining curses on someone online is a criminal offence, FPRO says.   Glamtush reports that…

2 days ago

Court Grants Farotimi N30m Bail

The court has granted Farotimi N30m bail.   Glamtush reports that a magistrates’ court sitting…

2 days ago