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James Bond Dies At 89
Award winning Hollywood actor, Roger Moore popularly known as James Bond, has reportedly died of cancer on Tuesday, May 23 at the age of 89. Roger Moore back in the days, played the spy in seven James Bond films and has ever since remained on the spot light.
His family members took to his twitter handle to confirm the death of the movie legend. The tweet was pasted via Late Roger Moore’s handle with the caption, “with heaviest of hearts, we must share the awful news that our father, Sir Roger Moore passed away today, we are all devastated”.
The late movie star in 1992 took over the role of James Bond from Sean Connery, the longest serving Bond to date. Moore, portrayed the spy in more films such as, “The man with the golden gun” in 1974, “the spy who loved me” 1977, “MoonRaker” in 1979, “For your eyes only” in 1981 “A view to a kill” in 1985 and “Live and let die”.
In 1991, Roger Moore was appointed a United Nations Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF), goodwill Ambassador and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II, in 2005 for his service to charity.
The Tide Entertainment gathered that, he died after a short but brave battle with cancer according to family source on twitter posted by the children, the statement read, “Thank you Pops for being you and being so very special to so many people”.
Sir Roger Moore took the character of James Bond in a more humourous direction than his predecessor, Sean Connery, he was calm and suave, a smooth operator who could seemingly get himself out of a tricky situation with ease. The veteran HollyWood star who died in Switzerland, will have a private funeral in Monaco according to his wishes, they added.
The love with which he was surrounded in his last days was so great, it cannot be quantified . He was survived by his wife, Christiana and three children.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’