Veteran actor Dejumo Lewis is dead.
Glamtush reports that veteran actor Dejumo Lewis, known for his captivating performances in movies, has died at the age of 80.
This online news platform understands that the news was confirmed by fellow actor Saidi Balogun in an emotional post on Instagram on Saturday, December 23.
He wrote, Good night DEJUMO LEWIS,may your soul rest in perfect peace.RIP.”
While the specific details surrounding the circumstances of Dejumo Lewis’s death remain undisclosed, Saidi Balogun’s tribute has become a catalyst for an outpouring of condolences and cherished memories from both dedicated fans and fellow colleagues in the entertainment industry.
Colleagues and admirers has taken to social media to express their grief, recalling Lewis’s contributions to the growth and success of Nollywood.
Lewis is a Nigerian film and television actor, famous for the Kabiyesi role in The Village Headmaster, Nigeria’s longest-running television soap opera shown on NTA from 1968 to 1988 that stared Justus Esiri and Femi Robinson and many others.
He is also known for his memorable performances in acclaimed films such as “A Place in the Stars” (2014), “Crossroads” (2020), and “Power of 1” (2018),
The late actor is survived by children and grandchildren.
