Veteran Nollywood actor Tom Njemanze has died at the age of 75 after a battle with prostate cancer.
He passed away on Friday, July 18.
Known for his commanding presence and emotional depth on screen, Njemanze rose to prominence in the 1990s, starring in numerous popular films including ‘Tokunboh’, ‘Pounds and Dollars’, ‘Atosa’, ‘Issakaba’, ‘Osuofia in London’, ‘Brain Box’, and ‘Igbotic Love’.
His performances earned him admiration from both audiences and industry colleagues, who praised his talent and lasting impact on Nigerian cinema.
Tributes have poured in from fellow actors, friends, and fans, with many expressing sorrow over the loss and offering prayers for his family.
Before his passing, filmmaker Stanley Ontop revealed in a video posted to Instagram that Njemanze had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and was in urgent need of financial support for surgery.
