Popular Nollywood actress, Yvonne Jegede has taken to social media to mourn the tragic loss of one of her children to cholera. The screen diva shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, revealing that she has been the sole provider for three children, one of whom, Olamide Ajimuda, recently passed away. Jegede disclosed that she first met Olamide when he was in Primary 4, and he was expected to advance to Junior Secondary School 3 after the summer break before his tragic demise. She wrote, “I’m heartbroken because I lost one of my children to cholera. Olamide and I met when…
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Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike has disclosed how taking a break from the movie industry became a blessing to him. The actor, who recently made a comeback in the movie ‘Malaika’, while speaking in a chat with NollywoodNow, said that his absence from the industry gave him the opportunity to build himself a reputable business brand. It would be recalled that the 57-year-old actor went on an unannounced break from the movie industry after his marriage with Suzanne crashed. Emeka Ike said he is the owner of Nollywood TV which broadcasts on Startimes and revealed that he is working on other…
Nigerian skit maker and actress, Olukemi Niyi-Aluko, popularly known as Diva Gold, said that social media is a very toxic space and she believes that partners should keep their romantic relationship off social media if they cannot withstand the backlash they would get. Diva Gold said this to Saturday Beats while responding to a question on whether she believes in public displays of affection. The skit maker said, “I believe in it because I want my man to love me openly without thinking of what people would say. That was my opinion before I got into the industry, but now,…
Nollywood actress Anita Joseph, has reminded married couples and potential couples that marriage does not have manuals, and what works for one might not work for others. The actress made this reminder during a recent interview with Saturday Beats. She said, “Many people assume a lot of things about my marriage, but it’s fine. People talk a lot online, but they should keep their opinions to themselves, and do what works for them. “For people who make social media posts about their husbands and children, I have heard people say things like, ‘When it is beautiful, they won’t remember to…
Nollywood actress, Ayo Adesanya, has revealed how bad she feels watching herself acting wicked roles in a movie. The actress made this known in an interview with Saturday Beats, saying, “Acting different roles exposes one to different lifestyles. Sometimes, when I watch myself acting wickedly in a movie, I marvel at how well and easily I play those roles that I begin asking myself if I am that wicked. It actually makes me feel bad. “I know I am wearing someone’s character, but I still wonder why a character could be so heartless.” Speaking on her latest YouTube series titled,…
Wrestling legend and entertainer Terry Gene Bollea, popularly known as Hulk Hogan made a dramatic appearance at the Republican National Convention, tearing off his shirt on stage to rally support for presidential candidate Donald Trump. The former US President delivered his first public speech since surviving an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally the previous weekend. Trump became emotional as he recounted the moment a bullet grazed his ear during the incident. Security footage showed Trump being rushed off the stage by Secret Service agents after multiple gunshots were fired. The video captured him dropping to the ground, clutching his…
George Ogunde, the first child of the late theatre icon Hubert Ogunde, is dead. A sister to the deceased, Dayo Ogunde, shared the sad news in a Facebook post on Thursday. “It’s hard to say goodbye Brother mi, our first child in the Ogunde clan. But we take solace in the fact that you are in a better place. “You were such a wonderful and friendly soul. May your soul continue to rest in the bosom of your maker. “Goodnight George Ogunde. “Omo Gbegande Esiwu Ijoku,” Dayo Ogunde wrote. George Ogunde, like his late iconic father, was also a theatre…
Fans and colleagues of Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw have sent their wishes as they celebrate the actress on her 53rd birthday. Taking to her official Instagram page on 19th of July, 2024, the actress posted three pictures of herself rocking a black ensemble and expressed her gratitude in her post caption. Henshaw wrote, “To the one who wrote my script… To the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords🙌✨️🙏🏻To Jehovah Rohi, I give you all the glory, honour, and adoration. All of you and none of me each and every blessed day I am loaned. Thank you, Jesus, for…
Popular Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has advised and motivated social media skit makers planning to venture into the acting industry to put in the extra work to make their dreams come true. The actor gave out this advise while he was guest-featured on the recent episode of the Echoo Room podcast. The actor was asked for his opinion on social media skit makers using the medium to break into the acting industry. In his reply, Deyemi emphasised the importance of perseverance and hard work. He said, “If you’re ever trying to do anything different from the norm, if you’re known…
Popular Nollywood actress Ini Dima-Okojie has opened up about her ongoing battle with fibroid tumors. The ‘Blood Sisters’ star, in a video posted on her official page on Instagram, revealed that despite undergoing surgery in 2020, the condition has reappeared. “My Fibroid Journey! I never imagined I’d be sharing this again after my last update on 30/12/2020, but here I am,” Ini Dima-Okojie wrote in her post. “My journey with fibroids isn’t over. I recently learned they’ve returned. I’ll let you listen to the details in the video”, she continued. Rather than opting for another surgery, the actress has decided…