Fancy Acholonu, the ex-fiancee of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, has come under fire from his fans following the actor's sudden demise. Ekubo reportedly died after battling a kidney-related illness, plunging the Nigerian film industry into mourning.
Background of the Relationship
Ekubo and Acholonu were engaged several years ago and had planned their wedding before she called off the engagement. The breakup was messy, with private details becoming public. After facing online criticism, Acholonu later spoke about aspects of their personal life, which led to further backlash against the actor.
Fans React to Fancy's Post
Days before Ekubo's death, Acholonu shared a post promoting her skincare product and announced a giveaway. Although the post was made before news of his death broke, many fans flooded her comment section with criticism. Some blamed her for the actor's health issues, claiming that the breakup triggered his illness. Others questioned why she had not publicly mourned him or shared a tribute.
Reactions included comments such as: "She killed him with cancer," and "Since you broke up, Alex was never the same again. You damaged him psychologically, and that can trigger illness." Some fans expressed condolences, while others demanded answers about their relationship status before his death.
Mixed Reactions Online
The backlash has sparked mixed reactions online, with many condemning those attacking Fancy. Some pointed out that the couple broke up in 2021 and that Ekubo began battling his illness years later, suggesting a direct link was unfair.
Other Controversies
Meanwhile, fashion designer Veekee James was also dragged online after announcing the birth of her baby days after Ekubo's death, with many accusing her of poor timing. However, others defended her right to share her joy.
The entertainment industry continues to mourn the loss of Alexx Ekubo, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans alike.
