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The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, who died at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. from The Sun Nigeria, family sources showed the actor passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, after months of illness. Alexx Ekubo’s prolonged absence from the public eye had raised concerns among fans and colleagues, as he stayed away from social media and public events for an extended period.
His last post on Instagram was made in December 2024, shortly after reports emerged that his engagement to US-based model Fancy Acholonu had been called off. Following news of his death, tributes poured in from colleagues, celebrities, activists and fans across social media platforms, with many describing him as a talented actor and a kind-hearted friend. Popular actress Funke Akindele shared an emotional message on her Instagram Story. She wrote, “Hmmmmmm.
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.
” Actor Bolanle Ninalowo also reacted, writing, “Rest on, Alex. May God heal your family and us all. ” Singer Peter Okoye simply posted, “RIP. ” Veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo wrote, “Life is not only fickle, it can also feel unreal.
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