Renowned British actor, Bernard Hill, celebrated for his memorable performances in iconic films such as ‘Titanic’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’, has passed away at the age of 79.

Hill’s agent, Lou Coulson, confirmed the sad news, revealing that the esteemed actor breathed his last on Sunday morning in the company of his fiancée, Alison, and his son, Gabriel.

Hill’s career soared to prominence with his compelling portrayal in the 1982 BBC TV drama ‘Boys from the Blackstuff’.

Over the years, he garnered widespread admiration for his versatile acting talents, particularly for his portrayal of Captain Edward Smith in the critically acclaimed 1997 film ‘Titanic’ and his memorable role as King Théoden in the beloved ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy.

With a career spanning decades, Hill left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, captivating audiences worldwide with his remarkable performances.

As news of his passing reverberates through the industry, tributes pour in from colleagues, fans, and admirers, commemorating his enduring legacy and the immense contributions he made to the world of cinema.

Taiwo Cole, husband of actress and comedian Wofai Ewa, has responded to rumours that his family disapproved of their union.

The well-known Cole family of Victoria Island, Lagos, condemned the recent alleged traditional marriage between their son and Wofai Ewa in a statement on Saturday.

The family distanced themselves from the marriage, claiming they had no knowledge of the arrangements and didn’t give their approval or support.

However, Taiwo emphasised that he found a good wife and won’t make another decision when he posted pictures from his wedding on his Instagram page.

He wrote, ”I found a good wife and there is no going back.”

Also reacting to the controversy surrounding her marriage, Wofai on her Instagram page wrote, ”Let love lead.”

In a recent statement, Nigerian music luminary, Gabriel Oche Amanyi, professionally known as Terry G, has restated his viewpoint on the hierarchy of Nigerian artists.

Terry G reiterated his stance that Burna Boy currently holds the mantle of the biggest Nigerian artist, while asserting that Wizkid remains the ultimate icon in Nigerian music history.

Emphasizing Wizkid’s enduring legacy, Terry G acknowledged Burna Boy’s talent but underscored Wizkid’s unparalleled impact on the Nigerian music scene.

In a social media post on X, Terry G declared, “Muthaf**k the Big 3, n*gga it’s just Big Wiz… n*gga bum!!! Wiz is him.”

In another post, he explained, “I am Not posting Wiz to chase clout, just reminiscing all he’s done for the culture!!! I’m contented with what I have worked for lol… but he’s him, I repeat!!!

“Concerning what I said on Honest Bunch Podcast that was posted few weeks ago, my take still stands. Yeah currently, Burna is the biggest, but when it comes to all timer, I’ll give it to Wiz… y’all can’t deny the works and the legendary status he built for himself… WIZ is him!.”

Terry G’s omission of Davido’s name sparked a flurry of reactions from fans, drawing attention to the absence of the renowned artist in his remarks.

Commenting on the post, @usmanlotto911 expressed concern, stating, “No let Davido see this post sha!!”

Similarly, @iamdbull questioned the exclusion, asking, “So Davido is not even in the conversation?”

Meanwhile, @iamwillowy asserted “30 bingos go think the lyrics Came into the game no one replace me is for advertisement”