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Nollywood actress Omotola Odunsi, popularly known as Motola the Actor, has passed away. Her colleagues in the film industry announced the sad news on their social media platforms on Friday.
Actors Akinola ‘Segbowe’ Akano and Odunlade Adekola both confirmed her death and paid heartfelt tributes to the late actress.
Although the cause of her death remains unknown at the time of reporting, Segbowe shared a screenshot of his final WhatsApp exchange with her.
In the conversation, Motola the Actor revealed she had been unwell but assured Segbowe she was “back on her feet.” In response, Segbowe offered prayers for her recovery and expressed gratitude to God for her life.
“Motola! Strange, but I tried checking on you at the wee hours of that morning. You said you were fine and back. This is a rude shock, Omotola! Journey well, sister. God be with your family,” he wrote.
Adekola, under whose mentorship Motola the Actor, trained, also confirmed her demise on his Instagram story. He wrote, “Jesus Christ. RIP Omotola.”
Omotola Odunsi began her journey in acting during her second year at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), where she was studying Microbiology. She joined the acting troupe of actor Lateef Adedimeji and started performing in stage dramas.
During her time with the troupe, she actively participated in theatre productions and entertainment events, travelling from one university to another to stage performances. She eventually moved on from the group to pursue other opportunities.
In 2018, she became one of the successful candidates at an audition held by Odunlade Adekola Films Production (OAFP), subsequently enrolling in the OAFP academy. She completed her training and graduated in 2023.
In a 2021 interview with The Punch newspaper, she disclosed that her parents were initially unsupportive of her career choice, but eventually gave her their full encouragement.
Before her passing, she featured in a number of films, including Lisabi: The Uprising, Officer Adaeze, Amonata, Ayanmo Ire, Ishola Gbajumo, and Ifedayo.
