Veteran Nigerian actor, Don Richard, has debunked viral reports about his death.

 

 

Ugamatv reports that the actor was reported to have died on Thursday April 23, 2026, after a long battle with kidney failure.

 

Reacting in a post on his Instagram page on Friday, Don Richard dismissed the viral report, stating that he is hale and hearty.

 

 

“There’s nothing wrong with me, I appreciate my fans for the love and concern. I’m alive, hale and hearty. I dey alive ooo, the bloggers should continue their bad posting, God will judge them amen,” he said.

 

Ugamatv reports that the actor solicited financial help in July 2025 after selling his house and cars over his battle with kidney disease.