The family of veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has announced his passing in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026.
According to a statement shared via his official verified Instagram page @francis.duru, the actor d!£d after a brief illness.
The statement read:
“We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief illness. We appreciate your prayers, love, and understanding. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen”
This comes about two years after the actor lost his youngest son, Ifeanyi, in 2024.
