Samson Folarin: “I Was Told My Child Had Died When I Was On a Movie Set, But I Didn’t Stop Filming”

Veteran Nollywood actor Samson Folarin, popularly known as Kukute, has shared one of the most heartbreaking moments of his acting career—receiving news of his child’s death while on a movie set.

Speaking during an emotional interview on Kunleafod TV’s official YouTube channel, the seasoned actor recounted how he was informed of the tragic news just as he was about to begin filming. Despite the devastating update, Folarin said he had to continue working because he had already been paid for the role.

When asked to reflect on the most painful experience he has had as an actor, Folarin said:
“I was invited to a movie set and when I was about to start filming, I was told that somebody was looking for me. I was told that my child died when I was on a movie set, but I didn’t stop filming. When I was done with filming on that day, I started crying and my colleagues were the ones comforting me.”

His revelation highlights the intense emotional sacrifices many actors endure behind the scenes, often masking personal pain in order to remain professional on the job.