Ndefo’s sister, Nkem, shared on Facebook Saturday that her brother died.
“He was wonderful to work with and such a kind man.
I send prayers and grace to his family.
Katie Holmes and Obi Ndefo.Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images; Obi Ndefo/Instagram
Its hard for me to conceive that you have left us, my dear friend.
You always were and always will be a bright shining light.
What an example of pure unfiltered love and tenacity you set as you faced lifes challenges of recent.”
Humes' reel also included several photos and videos of Obi on set of the show.
Rest in peace sweet warrior."
Heartbroken at the loss of my younger brother and knowing hes finally at peace, Nkem wrote.
Per theLos Angeles Times, Obi became a double amputee in 2019 after a tragic hit-and-run accident.
