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Nollywood Actor, Murphy Afolabi is Dead

Nollywood Actor, Murphy Afolabi is dead.

 

NewsOnline reports that Nigeria’s movie industry is in a mourning mood again with the reported death of Murphy Afolabi.

 

The 49-year-old popular Yoruba actor died in the early hours of today in his residence.

 

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Veteran film director and producer, Tunde Ola-Yusuf confirmed the passing via his Facebook page on Sunday afternoon.

 

“Rest in peace. May God give the family and close associates the fortitude to bear the loss,” he wrote.

 

The deceased celebrated his birthday just over a week ago, precisely Friday, May 5.

 

Murphy, who started his career with a movie titled ‘Ifa Olokun’ under Dagunro’s guidance, featured in and produced scores of others.

NewsOnline Nigeria

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