The final social media post of late Nollywood actor Patrick Okoye has left fans deeply emotional as news of his sudden passing continues to stir heartfelt reactions across the internet. Patrick, who was not always active online, used his platform sparingly to share glimpses of his personal life with his nearly 600 Instagram followers.
Patrick Okoye's Last Post
His last update, shared just weeks ago, featured the actor celebrating his birthday, unaware that it would be his final celebration on earth. In the post, he wrote: Thank God for the gift of life. Happy birthday to me. The post has since become a focal point for grieving fans and colleagues who have flooded the comments with tributes and disbelief.
Emotional Reactions from Fans
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions below:
- real_osas asked: 'What's the meaning of this, please?'
- excelokafor exclaimed: 'Ehhhhhhh Jesus Christ what is this is this man dead?'
- emma_nesty wrote: 'RIP Ikuku ndị Theatre.'
- officialestherogbu said: 'Sir pat oh am short of words.'
- marioemmanuel4real added: 'REST IN PEACE LEGEND.'
- jetonam commented: 'This is not true.'
- eriatamonday41 wrote: 'May his soul rest in peace.'
- real_blessingdan posted: 'Chai Mr pat RIP, death why, my most beloved lecturer.'
Comparison with Alexx Ekubo's Passing
Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo's last social media post also left fans emotional after his sudden death. Alexx, who had over 4 million followers, used to be active online, engaging with fans about life and family. He disappeared from social media on December 28, 2024, without revealing he was secretly battling cancer. His final post described a masquerade from his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, known as Nkita Oku (Hot Dog). In the video, he animatedly narrated the masquerade's performance, likening its bounce to that of boxer Mike Tyson.
Unknown Details About Alexx Ekubo's Marital Status
Legit.ng also reported an alleged secret marriage of Alexx Ekubo after his death. Grace Makun, wife of fashion designer Yomi Casual and a close friend of the late actor, shared an unexpected revelation that he had been married, surprising many fans.
The passing of both actors has left the Nollywood community in mourning, with fans and colleagues paying tribute to their legacies.
