Nollywood actor Chijioke “Cjay” Nwokafor has died, leaving colleagues and other members of the Nigerian entertainment industry mourning.
Actress Nkechi Blessing announced his death on Instagram on Wednesday, sharing videos of herself with the late actor.
She did not disclose the cause of his death but cancelled the release of her movie, Egusi Ogbono, in his honour. Cjay featured in the film.
The movie had initially been scheduled for release at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, but Blessing withdrew it after a hospital confirmed the actor’s death.
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According to the actress, she spoke with Cjay around 8 a.m. on Wednesday but received news of his death only a few hours later.
Blessing expressed shock over the development, saying she had expected to continue making plans with the actor.
Reacting to the news, actor Charles Born said he had planned to visit Cjay at the hospital before learning of his death.
Another colleague, Emeka Nwagbaraocha, also expressed disbelief, noting that he had exchanged messages with Cjay only a few days earlier.
Cjay began his acting career in 2021 and appeared in several Nollywood productions, including Larry Cold, Mum Overnight and A Day to My Wedding.
The actor, who was an indigene of Anambra State, was also known for his work with fellow Nollywood performers.
As of press time, his family and colleagues had not disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding his death or announced funeral arrangements.
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