Nollywood Actor Cjay, Known for Recent Films, Dies

Chijioke Temidayo Nwokafor, popularly known as Cjay, has passed away. His death was announced by fellow Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday through an emotional Instagram post, where she shared that he was confirmed dead at the hospital.
Although she did not provide further details about the circumstances of his death, she expressed her sorrow, stating, “Cjay this was never the plan💔💔 Guys unfortunately I won’t be dropping my movie anymore!! This one pain me.” Cjay was originally from Awka, Anambra State, but was based in Lagos State at the time of his death.
He began his professional acting career in Nollywood in 2021 and appeared in films such as "Larry Cold," "Mum Overnight," "A Day To My Wedding," "The Lies She Tell," and "What Time Left.".
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