Nollywood Actress, Shade Akintaylor is dead

By Samantha Allen

Published: March 2, 2022 | 10:41 AM GMT

Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress Shade Akintaylor also known as Oluweri Magbo Ojo is dead.

She died at the age of 59 on Monday, in the United Kingdom.

Her family members broke the news of her death but did not announce the cause of her death.

“Shade AKINTAYLOR Lives On,” the family said.

‘‘OLUWERI MAGBO OJO.

ADIEU.

The Akintaylor & Ajibola Family announces the passage of our Sister.

”

“She Left Us Quietly and Peacefully Last Night in the UK.

Sleep On, Our Angel, Until We Part No More.

Our Sister would have clocked 60 years in October.

”

Shade was well known for her dramatic style of makeup, especially her curvy brows.

The veteran actress gained prominence in the movie ‘Oluweri Mabo Ojo’ where she got her nickname.

Oluweri Magbo Ojo was born in October, 1962.

She is survived by her family and loving friends.

Pulse/Hauwa Abu
Nollywood Actress, Shade Akintaylor is dead

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.