Nigeria, Jan. 5 -- The news was made public on Sunday, January 4, 2026, through a post on Timini's verified Instagram page.

In the post, the actor wrote, "Didn't think I'll start the year saying this ... Rest in peace Dad. So much left unsaid, but I'll keep making you proud." No details were given about the cause of death or his father's age.

Timini Egbuson is a well-known figure in Nollywood, with a career spanning film and television acting as well as production. His elder sister, Dakore Egbuson Akande, is also an established actress in the Nigerian film industry. Following the announcement, colleagues, fans, and other public figures shared condolence messages online, expressing sympathy with Timini, Dakore, and their family as they m...