20 Nollywood Actors and Actresses You Probably Don't Know Died In 2021 And The Cause Of Their Death(Photos)

 Nollywood industry in Nigeria is left with bitter tales in 2021, leaving them with memories they can never forget in a hurry as the year comes to an end. It has been a year of weeping and wailing as veteran actors and actresses, as well as upcoming ones passed on almost every month of the year.

On the list are:

1. Folake Aremu (Orisabunmi)

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Folake Aremu

Veteran Yoruba actress, Mrs. Folake Aremu popularly called Orisabunmi, died on January 5, 2021.

Her death, which threw the theatre industry into sadness, was confirmed by a family source.

The veteran actress, who hailed from Olla in Kwara State, died at 60 in her residence in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Her death came four months after the demise of her ex-husband, Jimoh Aliu popularly called Aworo under whose tutelage she rose to prominence in the film industry.

2. Jim Lawson Maduike

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Jim Lawson Maduike

Veteran actor, Jim Lawson Maduike was a famous Nollywood actor, radio broadcaster, writer, voice-over artist, filmmaker and a television personality. He joined the film industry in 2004 where he starred in several films.

The Imo-born thespian died on the 9th of January, 2021 after complaining of severe body pains, he died at the age of 63.

3. David Mela

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David Mela

David Mela was a fast-rising actor. He died from an undisclosed ailment on January 11, 2021.

The young actor was said to be passing through a hard time in his life as revealed by a post before his untimely death.

4. Dan Nkoloagu