AY Light was a Nollywood crew member
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the reported sudden death of Nollywood crew member AY Light, shortly after he celebrated his 30th birthday.
According to accounts shared by industry colleagues, including filmmaker Kunle Afod and actor Soji Taiwo, popularly known as Omobanke, AY Light had gathered with friends and fellow crew members to celebrate his milestone birthday.
However, what should have been a joyful occasion reportedly took a tragic turn after the celebration.
What happened after AY Light’s birthday party?
According to the accounts shared by his colleagues, AY Light went indoors after celebrating with friends and crew members.
Those present reportedly heard him scream unexpectedly. He was found shortly afterwards, but efforts to save him were unsuccessful.
The circumstances surrounding his sudden death have left colleagues shocked, particularly because the incident reportedly happened shortly after his birthday celebration.
AY Light worked as a lighting technician in Nollywood, a behind-the-scenes role that helps bring film productions to life through the effective use of lighting.
AY Light’s death comes amid Toluwanisings’ passing
The reported death of AY Light came around the same period as the death of gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings.
Toluwanisings died on Wednesday, October 14, according to a statement released by his family.
Watch the Instagram video of Kunle Afod speaking about AY Light's death here:
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