Lagos, Nigeria | NOW THEN DIGITAL โ Renowned Nollywood luminary, Amaechi Muonagor, has passed away at the age of 61, succumbing to an enduring struggle with kidney failure.
Morris Monye, a discerning social observer, conveyed his profound sorrow over Muonagor’s demise via his X account (formerly Twitter), lamenting the loss of a remarkable talent in the Nigerian film industry.
“Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing,” Monye articulated. “He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful. We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.”
“This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country.”
Muonagor’s demise transpired shortly after he implored the public for financial assistance to undergo a kidney transplant abroad. In a viral video, the actor, reclined on a hospital bed, was accompanied by his colleague Kingsley Orji, who fervently beseeched for support on his behalf.
Hailing from Idemili, Anambra State, southeastern Nigeria, Muonagor was born on August 20, 1962. He garnered renown as both an actor and producer, earning a nomination for Best Actor in Comedy at the AMVCA 2017.
His cinematic repertoire encompassed an array of acclaimed productions, including “Taboo 1” (1989), “Karishika” (1998), “Igodo” (1999), “Aki na Ukwa” (2002), “His Last Action” (2008), “Sincerity” (2009), and “Without Goodbye” (2009).
Tributes pour in for late Nollywood star Amaechi Muonagor
Weโve lost another Legend, This year hasnโt been it at all๐
Rest well Amaechi Muonagor๐๏ธ pic.twitter.com/WzARstLil6
— Dirmaxโจ๐ (@JustDirmax) March 24, 2024
Rest in peace Amaechi Muonagor๐๏ธ
So sad. pic.twitter.com/wFswZP1jGg
— MBAH (@Mbahdeyforyou) March 24, 2024
Weโve lost a Nollywood Legend ๐
RIP Legend Amaechi Muonagor ๐๐พ๐๏ธ pic.twitter.com/xdxiCYggEs
— Bayo Otedola (@mister_ade5) March 24, 2024
Rest in Peace Amaechi Muonagor (Don Don) ๐๏ธ He paid his dues pic.twitter.com/xt87CDC2uG
— Twilight (@the_marcoli_boy) March 24, 2024
Another dark day for Nollywood.
Rest in peace Amaechi Muonagor. pic.twitter.com/7lFNVRipCB
— ๐ฌ @๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐ท๐ผ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ๐๐๐ฏ๐ผ๐ (@OneJoblessBoy) March 24, 2024
Amaechi Muonagor has passed away due to Kidney disease.
RIP LEGEND!
I lack words ๐ pic.twitter.com/tA75djhJhx
— Benkingsley Nwashara (@Benking443) March 24, 2024
Thank you for making our childhood funโค๏ธ
Rest in peace Amaechi Muonagor ๐๏ธ pic.twitter.com/XHHvsSwoqr
— ๐ธb๐๐ซ๐ซ (@abazwhyllzz) March 24, 2024
