Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu, popularly known for her role as “Esther” in Funke Akindele’s popular TV series Jenifa’s Diary, is dead.
Adeola Aderounmu, Aderounmu’s brother, revealed Aderounmu’s passing in a mysterious Instagram post that included her obituary photo and the words, “You are in a better place now, my sister.”
Also, a friend of the deceased cousin, Oluwabanke Funmi, in a post on Twitter, captioned, “Rest in peace Aderounmu Adejumoke.”
“Waited hours for her cousin to delete her post and say it was a prank or a mistake but…,” she wrote.
The actress, who was born on March 26, 1984, passed away in a private hospital on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
As of the time this report was filed, the cause of her death had not been disclosed.
But since then, Aderounmu Adejumoke’s funeral has taken place at Owu Baptist Church in the Totoro neighborhood of Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The actress, who was born on March 26, 1984, passed away in a private hospital on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
As of the time this report was filed, the cause of her death had not been disclosed.
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But since then, Aderounmu Adejumoke’s funeral has taken place at Owu Baptist Church in the Totoro neighborhood of Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Aderounmu was born into a family of five in her hometown of Abeokuta, where her acting career got its start. She entered the acting profession after graduating from college and quickly became well-known.
When she was chosen to play Esther in “Jenifa’s Diary,” in 2016, she landed her big break and won over both fans and critics. Adejumoke gained widespread praise and a place in the hearts of viewers with her portrayal of the feisty and determined Esther, which demonstrated her versatility as an actress.
Aderounmu’s versatility and commitment to her craft were showcased by the more than ten English and Yoruba films she appeared in during her career. In addition to being an actress, she was also a producer, an on-air personality, and a well-liked figure in the entertainment world.
She kept taking on difficult roles that allowed her talent to shine, and as a result, her influence on Nollywood was evident.
From her early days in “Dazzling Mirage” as Yejide to her iconic roles in “Industreet” and “Alakada 2,” Adejumoke is known for her talent, passion, and unwavering dedication to her craft.
