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Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan health and passing

Overview

In late September 2026, veteran actor Peter Fatomilola expressed regret regarding the health struggles of colleague Taiwo Hassan, noting he was unaware of the medical condition until Hassan’s daughter sought public assistance online. Fatomilola described the news of Hassan’s challenges as a “significant loss to his family, friends, and the Nollywood community.”

Following Hassan’s death on August 23, 2026, at age 66, his daughters, Taiwo Halima Olamide and Shakirat Taiwo, announced their intention to enter the Nigerian film industry to continue their father’s legacy. The family expressed gratitude for the support received from various public figures during their period of mourning.

Entities

Taiwo Hassan · Nollywood · Ogun State · Kira Ogogo · Peter Fatomilola

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Daughters of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan announce film careers

    The daughters of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, Lima and Kira Ogogo, have announced plans to pursue careers in the Nigerian film industry to preserve their father's legacy.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Peter Fatomilola reacts to Taiwo Hassan’s health struggles

    Veteran Nollywood actor Peter Fatomilola expressed regret that he was unaware of Taiwo Hassan’s health struggles until Hassan’s daughter publicly sought help.

Sources

naijanews.com · theglittersonline.com.ng