Posts on the actress’s official Instagram account show congratulatory messages from three weeks ago, celebrating a safe delivery.
The Nollywood community has been struck by tragedy once again with the reported passing of actress and entrepreneur, Sharon Okpamen.
Sharon Okpamen Is Dead
The actress’ death was announced by a colleague and movie producer, Stanley Ontop, in a post on his Instagram account on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Okpamen, who also doubles as a producer, is famous in the Edo entertainment industry for her acting skills and humanitarian activities.
“Nollywood Actor and Producer Sharon Okpamen has unfortunately passed on. 💔😭💔😭💔
“It’s a sad day for Nollywood & the Edo entertainment industry. Sharon, who was a filmmaker, actress, entrepreneur& humanitarian, has left a significant void in the industry.
“May her soul rest in perfect peace, Amen @sharonokpamen
“It can only get better 😭💔,” Stanley’s post read
Stanley Ontop did not reveal the cause or the timing of the actress’s passing. However, a review of the deceased’s official Instagram page shows that she gave birth about three weeks ago.
On July 31, 2024, @EdoOnlineTelevision posted a message indicating that Okpamen had welcomed a new baby with her husband.
Notably, the actress did not personally share any posts to announce the birth, leading to speculation that she may have experienced complications following the delivery.
A fan, identified as Prince Selena Small Chop, also hinted at this possibility in a comment on Ontop’s post, suggesting that the actress slipped into a coma after childbirth and did not recover.
