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Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo dies at 40. Read about his private cancer battle, his viral Zodiac sign tweet, and tributes from IK Ogbonna, Funke Akindele, and more.
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Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo dies at 40. Read about his private cancer battle, his viral Zodiac sign tweet, and tributes from IK Ogbonna, Funke Akindele, and more.
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Alex Ekubo-Okwaraeke was born 10 April 1986 in port Harcourt. He isa native from Arochukwu Abia State. He is a Nigerian actor and model. He was first runner up at the 2010 Mr Nigeria contest. He won the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award at the 2013 Best of Nollywood Awards for his role in the Weekend Getaway.
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