It’s with heavy hearts that we learn about the passing of Aderounmu Adejumoke, the talented Nigerian actress known for her role as Esther in the beloved Funke Akindele series, Jenifa’s Diary. She was 37 years old.
The news was confirmed by Nigerian filmmaker Seun Oloketuyi on his Instagram today, Monday, April 8, 2024.
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“A family member of former star of hit series Jenifa’s Diary Jumoke Aderonmu has tweeted that the budding Actress is dead. Details are still sketchy. May she find peace with her maker,” his Instagram post said.
Aderounmu made her professional acting debut in the 2008 Tunde Kelani film Arugba, where she portrayed Princess Mobandele alongside notable actors such as Bukky Wright, Bukola Awoyemi, and Segun Adefila.
Her passing has left the industry and fans mourning. Actress Akindele expressed her sadness, saying, “Sad!!!! @jideawobona I still asked about her. Omg. May her soul rest in peace.”
