{"id":1479,"date":"2024-04-08T16:07:02","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T16:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=1479"},"modified":"2024-04-09T15:50:54","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T15:50:54","slug":"nollywood-actress-adejumoke-aderounmu-of-jenifas-diary-dies-at-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=1479","title":{"rendered":"Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu of Jenifa\u2019s Diary dies at 40"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu, popularly known for her role as \u201cEsther\u201d in Funke Akindele\u2019s popular TV series Jenifa\u2019s Diary, is dead.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Her death was confirmed by her brother, Adeola Aderounmu, in a cryptic post on Instagram captioned, \u201cYou are in a better place now, my sister,\u201d with Aderounmu\u2019s obituary photo.<\/p>\n

Also, a friend of the deceased cousin, Oluwabanke Funmi, in a post on Twitter, captioned, \u201cRest in peace Aderounmu Adejumoke.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2018I rejected $50k offer to do a song for a political party\u2019 \u2013 Shasha Marley<\/a><\/p>\n\n

\u201cWaited hours for her cousin to delete her post and say it was a prank or a mistake but\u2026,\u201d she wrote.<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s Punch, an online news portal and other portals reported that Aderounmu passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024, in a private hospital.<\/p>\n

Born on March 26, 1984, the cause of her death is yet to be made public.<\/p>\n

However, a funeral service has since been held for Aderounmu Adejumoke at Owu Baptist Church, Totoro area of Abeokuta in Ogun State.<\/p>\n\n

Another obituary graphic trending on social media, which reportedly emanated from the family, read, \u201cIn the profound depths of grief and sorrow, we share the heartbreaking passing of our sister, daughter, aunt, Aderounmu Adejumoke Oreoluwa.\u201d<\/p>\n

Aderounmu\u2019s acting career began in Abeokuta, her hometown, where she was born into a family of five. After completing her education, she ventured into acting professionally, making waves for herself in the industry.<\/p>\n

Her breakthrough role came in 2016 when she was cast as Esther in \u201cJenifa\u2019s Diary,\u201d a role that endeared her to fans and critics alike. Adejumoke\u2019s portrayal of the feisty and determined Esther showcased her versatility as an actress, earning her widespread acclaim and a place in viewers\u2019 hearts.<\/p>\n

Throughout her career, Aderounmu graced the screen in over ten movies, both in English and Yoruba, demonstrating her range and dedication to her craft. She was not just an actress but also an on-air personality, a producer, and a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n

The post Nollywood actress, Adejumoke Aderounmu of Jenifa\u2019s Diary dies at 40<\/a> first appeared on 3News<\/a>.<\/p>

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