In a post shared by **Daily Post**, veteran Nollywood actor and broadcaster Patrick Doyle has announced the heartbreaking passing of his newborn daughter, Omayinuwa Harriet. The infant reportedly passed away on Saturday, April 11, just one day after her birth, leaving the actor’s family and the film community in deep mourning.
Doyle, who recently welcomed the child with his third wife, Funmilayo, expressed profound grief while maintaining a stoic faith in his public announcement. He described the brief time spent with Omayinuwa as a period of great joy, despite the tragic turn of events that saw her return to “heaven” shortly after her arrival.
The actor had previously shared the happy news of the birth on Friday, informing followers that both mother and child were doing well. The sudden shift from celebration to mourning has triggered a wave of condolences from colleagues in the Nigerian entertainment industry and fans alike.
Confirming the news, **MyJoyOnline** reported, “Veteran Nollywood actor, Patrick Doyle, has announced the heartbreaking loss of his newborn daughter… the baby passed away on Saturday at about 4:15 p.m.” Additionally, **Vanguard News** quoted the actor’s Facebook tribute: “Her stay was short, but it brought great joy with it. We would have wished for a longer stay, but alas, heaven thought otherwise.”
### Echotitbits Take:
The loss of a child is an unimaginable tragedy, and for a figure as respected as Patrick Doyle, the outpouring of support is a testament to his standing in Nollywood. This moment highlights the fragile intersection of private grief and public life. It is expected that the industry will rally around the Doyle family during this time, likely leading to a temporary withdrawal from public engagements for the veteran star.
Source: [The Punch] — [https://punchng.com/patrick-doyle-mourns-loss-of-newborn-daughter-hours-after-birth/], [April 15, 2026]
Photo Credit: [Daily Post]
