Once again, Nollywood is in mourning following the recent news of the passing of the popular Yoruba actor and producer, Murphy Afolabi. The Nollywood icon reportedly passed away in the early hours of the day after a fall in the bathroom. Here are five key things to know about the thespian.
- Murphy Afolabi was born on May 5, 1974, and would have turned 49 years old in 2023. He was born in Osun State and hailed from Oroki Asala in Osogbo.
- He had a Diploma in Theatre Arts and Film Production from Osun State Polytechnic in Iree, which he graduated from in 2001.
- The actor was a proud father of three, two boys, and one girl, named Afolabi Olamilekan, Afolabi Fathia Moyosore, and Okikiola Afolabi.
- Murphy began his acting career at a young age, and his first professional acting stint was under the guidance of veteran actor Fasasi Olabankewin (Dagunro) in 1998.
- The actor shot to fame after his impressive performance in the movie ‘Omo Rapala.’ He continued to be a well-loved producer and had numerous movies to his credit until his untimely death.
Murphy Afolabi
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