Nigeria: 10 Things to Know About Late Nollywood Actor Taiwo Hassan 'Ogogo'
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, widely known as 'Ogogo', has passed away at age 66 following a battle with cancer. His death was confirmed by his family after earlier false reports circulated.
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Taiwo Hassan was a foundational figure in Yoruba cinema, and his passing marks the end of a significant four-decade career in the Nigerian film industry.
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling cancer.
Hassan's death was confirmed by his daughter, Kira Taiwo, during a live video on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Overcome with emotion, Kira repeatedly said, "My daddy is dead."
The confirmation came five days after the family dismissed an earlier report of his death as false.
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As tributes pour in for the veteran actor, here are 10 things to know about the life and career of Taiwo Hassan, who became one of the recognisable faces of Yoruba cinema.
Taiwo Hassan was born on October 31, 1959, in Ilaro, Ogun State.
He spent his early years in the town before moving to Lagos, where he continued his education, learnt a trade and eventually began building a career in acting.
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