“They’ve Caused My Family Trauma”: Tony Umez Debunks Death Rumours, Vows to Take Legal Steps Against Bloggers

“They’ve Caused My Family Trauma”: Tony Umez Debunks Death Rumours, Vows to Take Legal Steps Against Bloggers

  • Veteran actor Tony Umez has taken to social media to quench rumours that he passed away, according to some bloggers online
  • The actor noted that the malicious and despicable act to gain traffic has caused him, his family and his loved ones distress
  • Tony Umez also added that he would be taking legal action against the bloggers who decided to use his fake death to chase clout

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Popular veteran actor Tony Umez is alive and well; he made this known in a video to address viral rumours of his death.

The actor in the video refused to name the blogs and expressed shock that they would go to that length just to drive traffic to their blogs.

Veteran actor Tony Umez
Tony Umez says he's alive and well amid death rumours Photo credit: @toneroangel
Source: Instagram

The false news has caused the actor's family, loved ones, and fans at home and abroad trauma and he promised to make the merchants of fake news pay for infringing on his rights.

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Excerpt from the actor's caption read:

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"I understand the power of social media and the impact it can have on spreading information. However, it is disheartening to see how it can be misused by a few to spread false news for personal gain. I urge you all to be vigilant and only trust information that comes directly from me or my official channels. Love you all loads "

Watch the video below:

Netizens react to Tony Umez's video

Fans of the veteran actor also expressed shock over the malicious news and wished him long life in good health.

Read some of the comments sighted below:

preciousonuwaje:

"Who is disturbing our dorling?"

kobokomaster_comedian:

"This man no sabi vex and whoever can provoke him deserves to suffer for 600 years."

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alexi7rolland:

"He that watches over His own keep you and your family. A big Amen to your prayer"

beau.beau_:

"Very well said... back to sender to those malicious people."

beau.beau_:

"Very well said... back to sender to those malicious people."

aguma_tha_great:

"Nnayi sacrifice the 2nd❤️"

mrjollywood:

"This is indeed evil......if you're here watching this video and you're responsible for this evil act I swear you're not deferent from devil himself."

anyanwu_12:

"Yes oo back to sender."

anyanwu_12:

"Yes oo back to sender."

sollysolomon1980:

"Don’t mind them and their malicious tendencies!! God is with you, sir and no power or unscrupulous efforts of man or their utterances will ever have power over your life. You are safeguarded under the awesome protection of the most high God.Amen!"

ju.stice120:

"The hand of be with you and protect you in Jesus name, Amen "

ju.stice120:

"Kaiiii very bad, using death? People self, all in the name of having traffic. Blessings sir!"

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Yul Edochie meets Tony Umez

Nigerian actor Yul Edochie doesn't seem to be able to do any good thing at the moment as netizens continue to troll him.

A video he shared on his page of him and the veteran actor Tony Umez was met with steep criticisms. Yul had tagged the video with the caption "Two legends".

The pair in the viral clip engaged in a stern eye-to-eye contest as they tried to recreate one of Tony Umez's evergreen movie posters.

Source: Legit.ng

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Maymunah Ajetunmobi (Entertainment Deputy HOD) Maymunah Ajetunmobi is a journalist and the deputy HOD of the entertainment desk with over two years of work experience at Legit.ng. She graduated from the University of Ilorin in 2016 with a Bachelor's Degree in Zoology and has moved on to pursue courses and a degree in communication. Maymunah joined Legit.ng in 2020, and emerged Editor with Top Entertainment Article in 2021. She has written exclusive articles, unique pieces, and interviews. Email: ajetunmobi.maymunah@corp.legit.ng