Biyi Bandele, the director of the movie "Blood Sisters" is Dead

Biyi Bandele, the director of the Nigerian television series "Blood Sisters" and the director of "Half of a Yellow Sun," has passed away.

 

According to a statement made late Monday by his daughter Temi Bandele via his Facebook page, the Nigerian dramatist and novelist has away at the age of 54.

Temi claims that he passed away in Lagos on August 7, 2022, a Sunday.

"As Biyi's Daughter, I am heartbroken to convey the tragic and unexpected loss of my father Biyi Bandele on Sunday, August 7, in Lagos," the message stated.

 "Biyi was an incredibly gifted writer and director in addition to being a devoted friend and adored father. His unwavering perspective, distinctive voice, and wisdom shouted out loudly through all of his art—poetry, novels, plays, and films—proving that he was a storyteller at heart. He shared tales that had a significant influence and motivated people all over the world. Through his work, he will leave a lasting legacy.

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He left us far too soon, says the speaker. "We urge everyone to kindly respect the privacy of his family and friends as we grieve his loss," he said, adding that he still had a lot more to say.

 

Many celebrities, like Moabudu, Uche Jombo, Beverly Naya, Kemi Falodun, Lola Shoneyin, Deyemi, Kenneth Gyang, and Adewole Adebayo, have paid respect to Bandele on social media. "It is with great regret that we offer our condolences to the family of Biyi Bandele, who passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022, in Lagos," said moabudu. At EbonyLife Media, Biyi collaborated with us on a number of our projects, including "Fifty" (2015), "Blood Sisters," episodes 1 and 2 (2022), and the upcoming movie Elesin Oba, The King's Horseman, for which he authored the screenplay. In September, the Toronto International Film Festival will host the world premiere of Elesin Oba.

 

"Biyi had a keen sense of narrative, was constantly devoted to his work, and had a deep appreciation for Yoruba culture. We will miss his commitment, good humor, and cooperative personality. Peace be with you, dear friend.

Here are some comments by some of the celebrities.

Uche Jombo, in her post, said: “I keep playing back our last conversation! This hurts. Rest in peace uncle B #BiyiBandele.”

BeverlyNaya also said, “Such devastating news to wake up to. Wow, Rest In Perfect Peace, Biyi Bandele. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”

 

deyemi wrote “Last night I went to bed with tears in my eyes and a heavy heart… RIP Egbon Biyi Bandele.”

 

lolashoneyin in her tribute sympathized with the deceased family: “Shocked and greatly saddened to hear that author, playwright, poet, and filmmaker #BiyiBandele has left us so soon, too soon. My heart goes out to his loved ones, and the creative communities he touched and enriched with his talent and generosity.”

 

Adewole Adebayo in his tribute wrote, “I pause to mourn soulful Biyi Bandele, eponymous scion of the Burma Boy, Solomon Bamidele Thomas, aka Tommy Sparkle, grandson of railways man of rustic Kafanchan. Biyi was a time machine in a dreamy realm called Nigeria where tragedy and triumph twin to meet a world at war. Adieu”

 

kennethgyang said, “My heart is heavy. We were planning to make his book Burma Boy into a Major Motion Picture. There were many others in the works. RIP Biyi Bandele. Thank you for being a friend, mentor, therapist, and supporter.”