Kunle Afolayan Mourns Loss of Mother, Omoladun Afolayan
Nigerian film producer and actor Kunle Afolayan has announced the passing of his mother, Omoladun Afolayan, at the age of 81.
In an emotional Instagram post, Kunle shared fond memories of his mother, accompanied by photos of her with her grandchildren. He wrote:
“It’s hard to accept, but she lived a good life. Our mother, Maami Omoladun Ayanladun Afolayan, has gone to rest (1943-2024).”
Kunle’s brother, actor Gabriel Afolayan, also paid tribute:
“Home isn’t the same without you, Big Mummy. We’ll miss you dearly. Rest on.”
*Anikulapo Series Renewed*
In separate news, Kunle Afolayan revealed that Netflix has greenlit another season of his award-winning series, Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre.
The upcoming season boasts a talented lineup of new cast members:
– Okusaga Adeoluwa (Big Brother Naija)
– Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (Kiki)
– Mr. Macaroni
– Fella Makafui (Ghanaian actress)
– Tayo Faniran (Big Brother Africa)
– Nollywood veterans: Saidi Balogun, Jide Awobona, Joke Muyiwa, Salami, Oyewole Abija, Rotimi Salami, and Antar Laniyan
– Portuguese actors: Pedro Teixeira and Hugo Nicolau
– Rising talents: Tiago Ishola (Oyiboibile), Shushu Abubakar, and Adejoke Adeyooba
The Afolayan family appreciates prayers and support during this difficult time.