Veteran Actor Romanus Amuta Is Dead

Nollywood has been forced into mourning again as they lost one of their veterans, Romans Amuta to the cold hands of death on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

Romanus Amuta, popularly known as ‘Natty’ in ‘New Masquerade’ died at the age of 79, after a prolonged illness.

The news of his death was confirmed by his first son, Chukwuma Amuta, during a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Enugu.

“Yes! My father died this morning in Lagos after a protracted illness,” he said.

Amuta got his big break in Nollywood after featuring in the ‘New Masquerade’ which was one of the most popular TV series in the 80s.

Amuta also starred in several Nollywood movies including ‘Lion Finger’ (2003), ‘Eagles Bride’ (2005), and ‘Ijele’ (1999).

Our sincere condolences are with his family as we pray that his soul rests in the bosom of the Lord.