Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, has paid a touching tribute
to the late JT Tom West for his role in building her career in the
entertainment industry.
One of the most iconic figures to feature in Nollywood
movies, Joe Tamuno-Bididamaa Tom West, lost his life in a car accident on
September 28, 2006 in Lagos, leaving behind a shocked industry.
In an Instagram post on Friday, Henshaw said she would
remember and celebrate him always.
The actress, who posted a picture of the late actor along
with her post, recalled some of his films such as State of Emergency, Terror, Labista,
and Broad Daylight.
She also narrated how the late actor, who starred with her
in her breakout movie When the Sun Sets, played a crucial role in her life
over two decades ago.
She wrote, “23 years ago, I was nothing but a green horn as
they called me back then. I was inquisitive about the audition you invited me
to … had no idea of what to expect. After many weeks, I received a note (there
were no mobile phones then) that I should come back and read again for the
role.
“I was still unsure of what this was all about. Long story
short, Director Ifeanyi Anyafulu chose me to play the lead role of Omono in
Hints Magazine’s first ever movie, When the Sun Sets, the rest they say is
history. I would not be here, who I am, if not for you. God used you. I will
never forget you. Carefree, funny, mischievous.”
Henshaw, who recalled fun times with the actor in Surulere
and Segun Arinze, added, “Time indeed has flown by. Rest in peace JT… Sleep
well in God’s bosom. I celebrate you. Today and Always.”
Tom West was born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State and starred
in films such as Gangster Paradise and The Captor.
Over the years, the late actor has continued to receive
tributes from his peers and fans, including Empress Njamah, Femi Branch and
more.
Source; Punch
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