Nollywood actress Esther Odeniyi, popularly known as Berry White, has died after reportedly collapsing in her apartment three days ago.
Her colleague Bakare Zainab revealed the news on Instagram, stating that Berry White’s body remains in the house as efforts continue to locate her family.
The actress was gaining attention for her roles in Yoruba films, including Anikulapo, and her death has sparked widespread grief on social media.

Fast-rising Nollywood actress Esther Odeniyi, widely known by her stage name Berry White, has passed away.

The heartbreaking news was shared on Friday by fellow actress Bakare Zainab, who took to Instagram to appeal for help in reaching the late actress’s family.

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According to Zainab, Berry White reportedly slumped in her apartment three days ago and died. Disturbingly, her remains are still in the house due to the absence of any family contact.

Zainab wrote:
“Ahhh Berry. Esther Arike ooooo. Eleyi dun mi o. I am not quick to type RIP. But please anybody that knows Esther’s family should contact them.
She slumped 3 days ago and her corpse is still in her house. Posting this so we can get information on how to get her families.”

Berry White had been gradually gaining recognition in Nollywood, particularly for her roles in Yoruba-language films, including Anikulapo.

Her sudden death has triggered an outpouring of grief on social media, with fans and colleagues expressing shock over the tragic loss.

As of the time of filing this report, further details surrounding her passing have yet to be disclosed.