Actress Allwell Ademola’s Family Releases Statement Following Her Death: “Heavy in Our Hearts”
- The family of Nigerian actress and filmmaker Allwell Ademola officially confirmed her death in a statement released to the public
- According to the statement, Princess Allwell Ademola passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025
- The family expressed their deep sorrow over the tragic loss and disclosed that the actress was 49 years old at the time of her death
Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola’s family has broken their silence following her death.
On Saturday night, December 27, 2025, Legit.ng reported that the actress died from a heart attack at her home.
Source: Instagram
The terrible news was confirmed by the deceased's coworkers on social media.
Nollywood stars, including Damola Olatunji, Mr Latin, Faithia Williams, and Bidemi Kosoko, were among the first to mourn her publicly.
Rotimi Salami, her friend and colleague, issued the official family statement confirming her passing. Reports indicate that the actress died of a heart attack at her residence.
According to the Ademola family, the actress was 49 years old when she died unexpectedly.
They expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love, prayers, and condolence letters from her coworkers, friends, and supporters.
See the announcement below:
Earlier last month, Allwell had remembered her late boyfriend in an emotional tribute. She shared that she still missed him deeply, even after many years, and believed he would have been proud of her achievements.
In a past interview, the actress revealed that she had planned to marry in 2005 but lost the love of her life when he was shot during a phone call with her.
The traumatic experience left her emotionally devastated for two years and influenced her decision to remain unmarried.
Netizens mourn Allwell Ademola
Legit.ng compiled the reactions below:
tinuadeoyekan said:
"Please take heart, sis. I know how close you both are. Calling her aburo mi. Celebrating 35 years for every birthday. All is well."
bigaunty4real said:
"IT IS WELL Sis. May her soul rest in peace 💔."
oyinadetutu said:
"So sorry for your lost.😞 May her soul rest in perfect peace."
eunice_yinka said:
"Stay strong sis."
handhcakes_n_more said:
"May her gentle soul rest in peace 🙏. 😢😢😢 💔 💔."
omo_tosexy54 said:
"So sorry for her lost sis may her soul rest in peace."
ayodejimojisola
"Waaaaaaaat! So is true? Was patiently waiting to hear from Dr B! Hummmmmm, life! Tor, awaiye iku o si,.... May God rest sis all well soul.... Dr B may God comfort u and d entire family ma."
whallezino said:
"Rest on big sis😭😭💔💔💔."
oluwatoyineniyandunmo
"Aunty B pls be strong...pls 🙏."
olaife_waheed said:
"Ha😭I still find it difficult to believe."
Source: Instagram
Filmmaker Charles Granville is dead
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that the Nigerian movie industry mourned the tragic demise of Charles Granville, a veteran filmmaker.
According to a public statement published on Facebook by the deceased's friend, Umanu Elijah, Charles died after years of battling a protracted illness.
Charles Granville, the Tinsel star, died on Thursday, September 22, 2023, but news of his tragic passing was made public on Saturday, 23.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
