Nollywood has lost one of its own, as actor Duro Michael has died on Tuesday after a prolonged battle with ill health that kept him off screen for long.
His death was confirmed by filmmaker Stanleyontop on Thursday.
Michael’s health struggles had led to the amputation of one of his legs, after which he appealed to the public for assistance with medical care and a prosthetic limb.
Despite his condition, he continued to express his desire to return to acting, making an appeal to producers in 2024 to still consider him for roles.
In 2022, popular cleric Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin donated ₦5 million to support his treatment, but his health challenges persisted.
Michael starred in several Nollywood productions, including Midnight Love (2003) and The Guilty (2006), leaving a mark on the Nigerian film industry before his illness forced him into the background.
May his soul RIP!