Veteran Nollywood actor, Chief Lari Williams, has died at the age of 81 following a battle with undisclosed illness.
The actor, who became famous for his roles in hit soap operas such as Village Headmaster, Ripples, and Mirror in The Sun, died on Sunday February 27, at 81 at his home in Ikom, Cross River State, his family announced.
He had been battling with sickness though the nature of the ailment could not be ascertained.
Williams was the inaugural president of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN) and also lectured in three universities during his lifetime.
The poet, playwright and celebrated actor who was also awarded the prestigious national honour; Member of the Order of the Federal Republic in 2008.
After studying Journalism at London School of Journalism, he proceeded to study at Morley College and then drama at Mountview Theatre School and Stratford E15 Acting School, England to become a professional actor.
Williams’ family said burial arrangements will be announced soon.
