Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 after a brief illness.
His family announced his death in a statement shared on his verified Instagram page on Friday, October 23, 2026.
According to the family, the actor passed away peacefully after a brief illness.
Duru was widely known for his role in the classic Nigerian film Rattlesnake, which helped establish his place in the country’s movie industry.
His death marks a loss to Nollywood, where he made contributions as an actor, director and filmmaker.
May his soul rest in peace.
