• Lizzy Gold is mourning the loss of her father, who passed away on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025.
• The actress announced the sad news on social media, describing it as her greatest fear and expressing deep heartbreak.
• Fans, colleagues, and fellow actors have since flooded her with condolences and prayers.

Nollywood star Lizzy Gold Onuwaje is mourning the unexpected passing of her father, which occurred on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025.

The acclaimed actress took to social media on Saturday to share this heartbreaking news, revealing that losing her father was her “greatest fear” come true.

In a deeply emotional post that quickly gained widespread attention, Lizzy Gold paid tribute to her late father, describing him as more than just a dad but her “gist partner.” She expressed her deep sorrow over his absence, lamenting that he wouldn’t be joining the family in welcoming the new year as they had hoped.

“The thing I feared most has happened… death has dealt me a heavy blow. My father is no more. He left us yesterday. This wasn’t part of the plan, Daddy. You were meant to step into the new year with your children. My heart is in pieces. My gist partner is gone, and I won’t see you again? Oh God… Will I ever recover from this? Can I bear this pain???”

“What I fear most has happened to me…death has given me a huge blow. My father is gone. He left us yesterday. This wasn’t the plan daddy. You were suppose to cross over with your children into the new year. My heart is shattered. My gist partner is gone so I won’t see you again? oh God… Will I ever survive this? Will I survive this pain???”

The announcement has sparked a wave of sympathy across the Nigerian entertainment industry. Fans and colleagues, including star actress Destiny Etiko, have reached out to offer support and prayers.

Observers and followers shared words of encouragement to help the actress navigate the difficult period:

“Time heals all wounds,” wrote one fan, urging her to find strength in her father’s legacy.

“It is a heavy blow, but you must stay strong for the rest of the family,” another added.