Nollywood mourns the loss of renowned actor Junior Pope, who tragically passed away while en route to a movie shoot.

Filmmaker Sam Olatunji shared the heartbreaking news, revealing that Junior Pope, along with three others, lost their lives in a boat accident.

They were en route to a movie set when the tragic incident occurred.

Many of his fans are struggling to come to terms with the news, as the lively actor seemed his usual self just a day before his passing.

Renowned for showcasing his family and diligently portraying his movie characters, Junior Pope was not only a celebrated movie star but also active in creating skits that captivated his audience. He was 39 years old.

Sam shared a photo of Junior Pope with the following caption:

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