Popular Nollywood producer and actor Kayode Peters has passed away in Canada, sending shock waves through the entertainment industry. While the exact circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed, news of his demise has left many colleagues and fans in deep sorrow.
Peters’ death was confirmed on Saturday by entertainment blogger Cutie Juls in an Instagram post that read: “Sad, Kayode Peters, movie actor and producer passed away in Canada this morning. May his soul rest in perfect peace.”
One of the most heartbreaking aspects of Peters’ passing is that it occurred just three days after he celebrated his wedding anniversary with his family.
Peters, fondly remembered for his versatility, made his mark as both an actor and producer. He gained prominence playing the character Koko in Twilight Zone and Flatmates, the hit comedy sitcom of the early 2000s.
Beyond television, he also made significant contributions to stage plays and other sitcoms, including Extended Family and Being Farouk, cementing his legacy in Nigeria’s contemporary theatre and TV industry.
