10 things to know about late Nollywood actor, Francis Duru
- Francis Duru died at age 57 after a brief illness, according to an announcement from his family on his official Instagram page.
- Duru became widely known for playing Ahanna in the 1995 film Rattlesnake, produced by Amaka Igwe.
- Months before his death, Duru denied reports of a serious illness and called circulating footage “fabricated and malicious.”
- His career included acting and leadership in the Actors Guild of Nigeria.
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10 things to know about late Nollywood actor, Francis Duru
10 things to know about late Nollywood actor Francis Duru Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, whose death was announced by his family on Friday, October 23, 2026, was a familiar face in the Nigerian movie industry. The actor, who enjoyed a career spanning several decades, was known for his versatility, theatre background and contributions to […] 10 things to know about late Nollywood actor, Francis Duru
Francis Duru Dies At 57 After Brief Illness
Habeeb Ibrahim Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57, his family has announced. The family confirmed his death in a statement shared on his official Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. “We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief […]
Cause Of Francis Duru's Death Revealed
The Genius Media NG Cause Of Francis Duru’s Death Revealed Cause Of Francis Duru’s Death Revealed Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has died at the age of 57. The Genius Media Nigeria reports that his family announced the news on his official Instagram page early Friday morning. According to the post, the thespian passed on after a brief illness. “We, the family of Francis Duru, regret www.thegeniusmedia.com.ng
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