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Hollywood actress, Samantha Eggar passes away after a prolonged illness
Fans and colleagues in the industry are paying their respects to Hollywood actress Samantha Eggar, who passed away at the age of 86.
The Oscar-nominated actress died in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, according to a TMZ story.
Details Of Samantha Eggar’s Death
TMZ reports Samantha Eggar passed away after a prolonged illness, which remains unknown.
She is survived by her daughter, Jenna Stern, who is also an actress, and her son, Nicolas Stern, a film producer known for works including Friends With Benefits, Creed, and Snowfall.
Notably, Samantha Eggar rose to prominence in the 1960s, earning an Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her role in The Collector (1965), alongside Terence Stamp.
Samantha Eggar’s Biography
Born on March 5, 1939, in Hampstead, London, she won several awards including the Best Actress Award at the 1965 Cannes Film Festival and a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer for The Collector (1965).
She tied the knot in 1964 with actor Tom Stern, and their union produced two children, Nicolas Stern and Jenna Stern.
However, they divorced in 1971 after seven years of marriage over differences in personal and professional aspirations.
Despite their split, Eggar and Stern remained committed to co-parenting, prioritizing their children’s well-being.
Eggar was born on March 5, 1939, while Jenna was born on September 23, 1967.
Sophia Momodu, who was once in a relationship with Davido, has addressed some untrue stories about their daughter Imade. She shared a detailed message on her Instagram story to set the record straight about what’s really going on. Sophia made it clear that her daughter is doing well, is in good health, and is growing up in a caring and loving home.
The mother of one revealed that she has been the child’s primary caregiver for the past five years, covering all expenses except school fees, which have been handled kindly by the child’s paternal grandparent.
Addressing claims about child support, Sophia stated:
“I haven’t received any child support from Davido, but our child knows no lack. She is growing in a safe and loving environment and is very happy.”
He also said that she has given up all past and future child support claims and is fully responsible for her daughter’s financial needs.Sophia also mentioned that her daughter has a good relationship with both parents and asked people to stop putting her child in fake stories online.This comes after someone said she stopped their daughter from going to Davido’s 33rd birthday party in Atlanta.Sophia Momodu’s message shows that a child’s happiness and safety should always be the main concern, and that gossip on social media should never take away from love, support, and responsibility.
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Nkechi Blessing’s ex-boyfriend, Xxssive mocks Verydarkman over clash with Mr Jollof
Actress Nkechi Blessing’s ex-boyfriend, Xxssive mocks Verydarkman over his physical altercation with the comedian, Mr Jollof.
He took to his Instagram page to ridicule Verydarkman following the viral fight.
Verydarkman and Mr Jollof’s fight
Earlier news made the rounds, reporting that the social media activist and Mr Jollof were spotted fighting on a plane.
Netizens have been divided as to whom initiated the fight and who got the worse beating.
Xxssive reacts
Reacting to the viral footage, Xxssive mocked Verydarkman, suggesting that his physique did not match his perceived strength.
He argued that Mr Jollof acted out of self-defense, adding that anyone in his position would have fought back with equal force.
His remarks added fuel to the already heated online discussion, as fans of both men continue to trade words over the altercation.
The cause of the dispute between the two public figures remains unclear, but the confrontation has dominated social media conversations since the footage emerged.
His words in part …
“If you like gym. Wasted muscle; this is a proof that you can be big for nothing. Him been think say man to man, Jollof na person wey e fit weigh, but as he near Jollof e fade am for lip before e come hold Jollof for neck. Some of Una dey say why e bite Verydarkman, if na me I go bite hin eye. What Jollof did was survival instincts.”
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Burna Boy sets record as first Nigerian artist with five Grammy album nominations
Burna Boy, a.k.a. Afro-fusion superstar Damini Ogulu, has accomplished yet another incredible accomplishment.
He is the only musician from Nigeria to receive five album-related Grammy nominations in his career.
At the forthcoming 2025 Grammy Awards, his most recent album, No Sign of Weakness (2025), is a nominee for Best Global Music Album.
Burna Boy’s already remarkable career enters a new chapter with this nomination, which puts him in a class by himself.
African Giant (2019), Twice As Tall (2020), Love, Damini (2022), and I Told Them (2023) are among his prior Grammy-nominated songs that demonstrated his developing sound and supremacy in international music.
Strong competition in the Global music category
Burna Boy faces a competitive lineup in the Best Global Music Album category this year.
Other nominees include Youssou N’Dour’s Éclairer le monde: Light the World, Siddhant Bhatia’s Sounds of Kumbha, Shakti’s Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live), Chapter III: We Return to Light by Anoushka Shankar featuring Alam Khan and Sarathy Korwar, and Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo by Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia.
Despite the stiff competition, many fans believe Burna Boy stands a strong chance, given his consistency and international influence.
His innovative sound and stagecraft have often been praised by the Recording Academy as being at the forefront of global music evolution.
Nigerian artists shine at the 2025 Grammys
In addition to Burna Boy’s album recognition, the singer also bagged another nomination in the Best African Music Performance category for his hit track Love.
He joins other Nigerian heavyweights including Davido, who earned a nod for With You featuring Omah Lay, as well as Ayra Starr and Wizkid, nominated for Gimme Dat.
The category also features Hope & Love by Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin, and Push 2 Start by South African sensation Tyla, showcasing the diversity and depth of African artistry.
These nominations mark yet another proud moment for the continent as Afrobeats continues to dominate global charts, with Nigerian artists leading the charge.
The winners of the 2025 Grammy Awards will be announced next year in Los Angeles.