Silverbird Cinemas and several Nollywood stars have paid emotional tributes to late Alexx Ekubo, whose career spanned film, television, and modeling.
themomentng reports that news of the actor’s passing surfaced on Tuesday, with multiple media reports stating that he died after battling cancer related complications.
Silverbird Cinemas, in a post shared via
its Instagram handle, @silverbirdcinemas, described Ekubo as a talented actor.
“Today, we pay our last tribute to Chief Ikuku, a talented actor whose presence, charisma, and passion lit up the big screen.
“From his unforgettable roles in The Bling Lagosians, Fate of Alakada, Your Excellency, Billionaire’s Club, and many more, Alexx has continued to leave a strong mark in Nollywood and in the hearts of movie lovers.
“At Silverbird Cinemas, we celebrate his craft, his impact, and the memories he gave us through film. Rest well, King.”
Actor Godwin Nnadiekwe, reacting to the news on Instagram, wrote: “This news has truly broken me. Nollywood has lost a rare soul and I’m at a loss for words because this wasn’t the plan, Alex Ekubo.
“To think you already prepared your will. It’s a heartbreak I can’t quite describe. Rest well, my friend.”
Several celebrities and fans also reacted in disbelief in the comment section of tribute posts online.
Nollywood movie producer, Omoni Oboli, lamented via her Instagram handle, @omonioboli, writing; “My bestie!!! Why??? Lord! We had a plan! Where do I start from???”
Actress Shaznay Okawa, @okawashaznay wrote, “Jesus!!!”
Fashion stylist and costume designer, @rexkingsleyok, wrote: “This hits hard.”
Born on April 10, 1986, in Port Harcourt, Ekubo hailed from Arochukwu.
He attended Federal Government College, Daura, in Katsina State, and later earned a Law degree from University of Calabar after obtaining a diploma in Mass Communication from Calabar Polytechnic.
Ekubo began acting in 2005 with the film “Sinners in the House” and later rose to prominence after emerging first runner-up at the 2010 Mr Nigeria contest.
Over the years, he featured in several Nollywood productions including “A Sunday Affair”, “Omo Ghetto: The Saga”, “Weekend Getaway” and “Your Excellency”.
Ekubo was widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s prominent screen figures, admired for his charisma and versatility on screen.
