Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, widely known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 65, with his death announced by his daughter, Kira Taiwo, on Sunday evening.
Kira disclosed the development during a live session on her Instagram page, bringing news of the death of the respected Yoruba film actor to fans, colleagues and members of the Nigerian entertainment industry.
The actor’s death came only a few days after his daughter revealed that he had been battling stage four cancer. The nature of his illness had drawn concern from fans and colleagues, with efforts reportedly made to help him access medical care.
Taiwo Hassan was one of the well-known faces in Yoruba-language Nollywood and spent several years building a career in the Nigerian film industry. He became popular for his performances in numerous Yoruba movies and was recognised for his contribution to the growth of the industry.
His career earned him a strong following among movie lovers, particularly in the Yoruba-speaking community, where he remained a familiar figure on screen for many years.
Before his death, reports indicated that attempts were made to raise support for his medical treatment. Among those said to have offered financial assistance was the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Ogun State, Adeola Olamilekan, popularly known as Yayi.
News of Hassan’s death has since generated reactions among fans and people within the Nigerian entertainment industry, with many mourning the loss of an actor who had spent decades contributing to Nollywood.
The actor’s death marks another loss for the Nigerian film industry, particularly the Yoruba movie sector, where he established himself as a respected and recognisable figure.
Further details surrounding his death and funeral arrangements are expected to be made public by his family.