JUST IN: POPULAR ACTOR CHARLES OLUMO ‘AGBAKO’ IS DEAD
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The Nigerian film industry and Yoruba cultural scene have been in grief following the death of renowned actor Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, often known as Agbako, who died at the amazing age of 102.
According to reports, the renowned actor passed away early Thursday morning after having a nap and complaining of moderate weariness.
Bolaji Amusan, commonly known as Mr. Latin, President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), announced his death, stating that his family and association will announce burial details soon.
Agbako, a revered figure in the Yoruba film industry, is today known as the oldest actor in Nigerian cinema, having lived for almost a century and leaving an unmistakable stamp on Nigeria’s cultural history.
Fellow Nollywood veteran Jide Kosoko confirmed Agbako’s death, which prompted an outpouring of condolences from actors, filmmakers, and fans alike.
The actor had a major impact on the Yoruba cinema industry, with innumerable fans who grew up watching his performances in classic Yoruba films.
Agbako was renowned for his portrayal of bold and often complex characters, bringing a unique flair and authenticity to the screen that won him generations of fans.
Charles Olumo was born in the early 1920s, a period of significant cultural and social development. Agbako rose to popularity as a famous actor in Yoruba films, becoming well-known for his ability to play both humorous and villainous characters, a flexibility that attracted him to viewers and cemented his status as one of the industry’s most remembered faces.
His influence grew beyond acting, and he became a cultural icon, reflecting the evolution of Nigerian cinema and the Yoruba culture in entertainment.
Tributes from across the Nigerian entertainment industry speak to his influence on younger actors and his role in shaping the future of Yoruba cinema. His passing is seen as not only a loss to the industry but to Nigeria’s rich cultural fabric
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