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Veteran Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has responded with warmth and humour to a bold and emotionally raw birthday message from fellow actor Jim Iyke, who revealed that he harboured sexual feelings for her more than two decades ago.

In an Instagram post that quickly gained traction across social media, Jim Iyke, 48, recounted how the now 54-year-old Henshaw “friend-zoned” him in their early years in Nollywood, despite his romantic interest in her at the time.

“F**k you, on behalf of my 23-year-old self for treating me like your baby brother when you knew all that time I wanted to hit that,” Iyke wrote, blending frustration, affection, and nostalgia in his note.

According to the actor, Henshaw was always supportive of him during his early career struggles — looking out for him at auditions, slipping him money for food and transportation, and offering guidance. But while she was playing the big sister role, Iyke said he was secretly fantasising about being more than friends.

“Every time I stared in those dancing, beautiful eyes of yours, you knew I had imaginations that were far from friendly,” he confessed.

He humorously added that had Henshaw given him a chance back then, they might have had a grown child by now.

Eventually, Iyke noted, when she did allow him into her life romantically, he was too “wild and restless” to handle the relationship properly.

“Fk you Kate. Fk you coz when you finally lemme hit it, I was at the apex of my singular wildness and restlessness… You stopped looking out for me. Took everything I did literally, then ran off and married that ‘Oyibo’,” he wrote, though clarifying he was proud of the child from that union.

Despite the raw language and fiery tone, Iyke made it clear the message was a celebration of Henshaw’s enduring beauty, influence, and his affection for her.

“You’ve caused hysteria, depression, anxiety, admiration, love, hate… It’s a KATE HENSHAW world,” he said, praising her for her agelessness and iconic status in Nollywood.

Concluding the post, he wrote:

“This f**k you is just because we’re Nigerians. We insult those we love!… Happy Birthday my dearest KO. You’re a phenomenal creature. A force of nature. Your wild boy loves you.”

Kate Responds

Kate Henshaw, known for her grace and discipline in Nollywood, responded warmly in the comments, acknowledging their decades-long friendship and shared hustle in the industry.

“JIMBO, you already know, the journey to today, decades, we trekked, we hustled, we put in the work and STILL do,” she wrote.

“I got you whether we see every day or every decade. Thank you for always toning down your ‘madness’ for me (inside joke). I love you Jimbo.”

The exchange between the two Nollywood legends sparked laughter, admiration, and a flurry of reactions online — with many fans applauding their candour and the deep, enduring bond they share.

While playful and provocative, the exchange highlighted the emotional layers of long-standing relationships in Nollywood, proving that even behind the glam, there are stories of unrequited feelings, loyalty, and decades-long affection.

Nollywood actress Nkechi Nweje has passed away after a brief illness, as confirmed by her colleague Stanley Ontop on social media . This sad news comes just a week after the demise of fellow actress Ada Anachunam.

Nweje’s death was met with an outpouring of tributes from her colleagues, including Destiny Etiko and Chizzy Alichi, who took to social media to mourn her passing. Ontop, who described Nweje as his best friend, shared that their last conversation was during his social media dispute with Queeneth Hilbert, where Nweje advised him to step back from the controversy.

Sharing pictures of the late actress on his page, Stanley Ontop wrote:
“Nollywood is in tears as we lost one of our vibrant actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness. I couldn’t post since morning because it felt like a dream. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha, rest in peace, ma’am. My best friend, she always called to advise me. The last time we spoke was during the Queeneth saga; she said, ‘Ontop, stop.’ I am still speechless.”

Nweje’s passing has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian film industry, with many remembering her vibrant performances on screen.

Nigerian actress Omoni Oboli’s recent trending movie, Love In Every Word, has been hit with controversy.

The movie, which had garnered over 7 million views within just four days, was taken down after a copyright infringement claim.

A recent update saw some fans of Omoni Oboli complaining online over the viewing glitch.

After the release of the indigenous romantic comedy, many social media users shared positive reviews, praising Omoni and her team for their work.

However, the film, which stars former Big Brother Naija contestant Bambam and actor Uzor Arukwe, faced a copyright dispute.

A user named “Chinonso Obiora Skyberry” reportedly filed the claim, asserting ownership of the content.

But a recent look at Omoni’s YouTube revealed that the film is back on the streaming platform.

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Omoni Oboli had slammed Ghanaian TV stations for airing her movies, both old and new without proper licensing.

Omoni had vowed in her post to deal with every station caught as a culprit in an act she described as theft.

However, a new issue has been making the rounds surrounding Omoni Oboli’s new viral movie, Love In Every Word. The allegations against it are that it shares the same storyline with the movie, Hope Given.

In an online post, the filmmaker explained that her film, Love In Every Word, had been taken down from YouTube after getting feedback about its striking resemblance to another movie.

Explaining further, Omoni stated that she had engaged the services of a scriptwriter for the film, and investigations are underway to determine what happened.

Nollywood actress, Pat Ugwu is dead. Her colleague Emeka Okoye announced the passing of the 35-year-old in an Instagram post on Wednesday with a funeral poster displaying the funeral arrangements.

“Rest in peace sis. Pat Ugwu. @patpat_ugwu so we no get to work again? Death whyooo? God please. Rest in peace PAT. May your soul rest in the bosom of the Lord,” Emeka wrote, expressing his grief.

He also expressed concern over the rate of losses in the movie industry saying, “God please protect all my colleagues especially those am close to. This unusual Death is frightening. I proclaim life to everyone close to me this 2025 in the precious blood of Jesus. Amen.”
he cause of her death was not mentioned.

Some Nollywood actors, including Rita Edochie, Destiny Etiko, Nkechi Blessing and Kevin Mike, also reacted to the tragic news.
Destiny Etiko wrote in the comment section, “Jesus noooooo.”

Mike wrote on Instagram, “Chai, just woke up this morning to hear the death of one of our crew and casts @patpat_ugwu. Rest in peace dear.”

Pat, who lost her father in 2021, will be buried on February 7, 2025.