Tragedy has struck the Nollywood film industry with the sudden passing of actress and producer, Sharon Okpamen. She died on Sunday, just a few weeks after welcoming her second child.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed by her colleague, Stanley Ontop, in an Instagram post on August 24, 2024.
Ontop paid tribute to Sharon, describing her as a multifaceted talent who made significant contributions to the industry as a filmmaker, actress, entrepreneur, and humanitarian.
He expressed his condolences, saying her demise has left a huge void in the industry. Sharon had announced the arrival of her second child on July 31 via Facebook, but sadly, she fell into a coma after childbirth and eventually succumbed to her condition. May her soul rest in peace.