The year 2017 claimed some of the Nigerian film industry’s finest. A look at movie stars who died in 2017. In 2017, Nollywood lost quite a number of talented actors. While these famous actors have passed away, their legacies live on through their movies and performances. A look at movie stars who died in 2017. 1. Moji OlaiyaThe actress, who kicked off her acting career with Super Story’s “No Pain No Gain” and went on to become an actress and producer, died of cardiac arrest on May 17, 2017, at the age of 42.Her death was announced on May 18, 2017, by the founder of Best of Nollywood Awards, Seun Oloketuyi.2. Olumide BakareThe veteran actor passed away in the early hours of Saturday, April 22, 2017, following a prolonged battle with a respiratory disorder.He was announced dead on arrival at the University College Hospital, Ibadan. His demise was confirmed by Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun.
