Media personality Denrele Edun has opened up about his final interaction with late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, revealing that the actor was checking on his wellbeing despite facing personal challenges of his own.
In an emotional tribute shared on social media, Denrele disclosed that he recently listened to the last voice note he received from Alexx and admitted that he is still struggling to process the actor’s death.
According to him, what makes the loss even more painful is the realization that Alexx continued to care for and encourage others while quietly carrying burdens that many people were unaware of.
Reflecting on their friendship, Denrele recalled first meeting Alexx in 2010 during the Mr Nigeria pageant, where the actor finished as first runner-up.
He described Alexx as ambitious, hardworking, and determined to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry.
The media personality also shared memories from a film production they worked on in Port Harcourt late last year.
He remembered that despite appearing physically frail at the time, Alexx remained cheerful and was often the one lifting the mood of everyone around him, cracking jokes and calming tensions whenever production challenges arose.
Denrele shares fond memories with Alexx
Denrele fondly recounted the special nicknames Alexx gave to his friends, noting that the actor affectionately called him “Rele” and often addressed him as “Nne” during their conversations.
As he reflected on Alexx’s burial, Denrele said he finds comfort in imagining the late actor reunited with his longtime friend, Goldie Harvey, picturing them together once again sharing laughter, conversations, and joyful moments.
The tribute has touched many fans and colleagues, with numerous people describing it as a moving reminder of Alexx Ekubo’s kindness, warmth, and the positive impact he had on those around him.
His words …
“This is the last Voice-Note ALEXX sent me (from his sick bed).
And that’s the part I’m struggling with.
Because while he was carrying battles I knew nothing about, he still found the strength to reach out and comfort me.
That’s who ALEXX was.
2010 I met ALEXX whilst judging the Mr Nigeria pageant.
This ambitious 1st Runner-Up came to me determined to be more visible than the winner.
Trust ALEX…
He didn’t just get seen.
He became unforgettable.
Late last year, we worked together on a film in Port Harcourt.
After we landed, everyone was expressing their vexation at the Production logistics and all.
And then Alexx walked to us, Frail looking but pacifying everyone.
Cracking jokes.
Lifting spirits.
Making sure everyone was okay.
Looking back now, that was his superpower.
To the world, I was Denrele.
To him, I was “Rele.”
On phone calls, I was always “NNE!”. 😭
And @walenut ?
Forever “Caterer Oshi.”
Those silly nicknames. Those private jokes.
That’s what death steals.
Not just the person.
But the voice that called your name differently from everyone else.
Today, they lay my friend to rest.
And somewhere, I choose to believe Goldie has already found him.
The music is loud.
The laughter is endless.
And they’re both dancing #Skibobo while the rest of us stand here missing them terribly.
Rest well, ALEXX.
Thank you for the kindness.
Thank you for the laughter.
Thank you for always checking on others, even when you needed someone to check on you.
🕊️💔
P.S: It was so hard sharing this.
I’ve held onto this VN since the sad announcement of his passing….”
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