Nollywood actress Tenia Abraham Omenogor has died at the age of 32 after battling a kidney-related illness, leaving family members, colleagues and fans mourning her death.

The actress reportedly died on October 13, 2026, with her family confirming the news publicly on Thursday, October 15. Reports by Nigerian entertainment media identified a kidney infection as the cause of her death, while other reports described her condition as kidney failure.

In a tribute announcing her passing, her family described her as a vibrant talent and a loving daughter, sister and friend, expressing grief over the loss.

“Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts,” the family said.

The statement also described her as “a beautiful soul, a shining star, gone too soon.”

Beyond her acting career, Abraham was known for her achievement in the beauty pageant industry, having held the Beauty Queen South South 2020 title. Her involvement in both entertainment and pageantry helped establish her profile among audiences in the South-South region and within Nigeria’s entertainment community.

News of her death prompted tributes from fans and followers, many of whom expressed shock at the loss of an actress who died in her early thirties.

Her final social media post also attracted renewed attention after news of her death became public. In the post, shared in August, she encouraged people to show love to one another, writing, “One day we will leave this world. Let’s love lead.”

The message was widely shared after her death, with followers reflecting on its emphasis on kindness and the importance of valuing relationships.

Abraham’s death is another loss for the Nigerian film industry, as colleagues, friends and admirers remember her contributions to Nollywood and her work in the beauty pageant scene.

She was laid to rest on October 17, 2026, according to reports, as family members and friends gathered to pay their final respects.

She is survived by family members and loved ones who continue to mourn her passing.