Popular skit actress Sunshine Esther dies at 26 after surgery complications

Popular skit actress Sunshine Esther dies at 26 after surgery complications
Sunshine Esther

Benedicta Aboh

Nigerian skit actress and social media content creator, Sunshine Esther, has died at the age of 26.

According to close sources, the young entertainer passed away on January 9, 2026, after developing complications from an emergency surgical procedure carried out to remove fibroids.

Sunshine Esther, who rose to prominence through her humorous skits and relatable online content, had built a growing fan base across social media platforms, where she was widely admired for her creativity and vibrant personality.

Her sudden death has thrown the entertainment community and her fans into mourning, with many taking to social media to express shock and grief over the loss of the promising actress.

As of the time of filing this report, further details surrounding her death remain sketchy, while family members are yet to issue an official statement.