The Ugandan film industry is mourning the sudden death of Nicole Maimuna Tumusiime, an actress popularly known for her role in the JDC TV Series aired on Pearl Magic Prime. She was found dead in her office at the school where she worked, leaving both colleagues and fans in disbelief.
Sources at the school said Nicole was discovered lifeless early Wednesday morning. It is believed that she may have suffered a health-related complication during the night while she was alone at the workplace.
“We found her in her office this morning. We suspect she got an attack during the night. She was alone. We are now at the mortuary,” a colleague said.
Her sudden death has caused deep sorrow among friends, workmates, and members of Uganda’s entertainment community. Many have described her as a humble, talented, and hardworking actress whose presence brightened every set she appeared on.
Nicole had built a promising career in both film and education, balancing her love for the arts with her professional duties at the school. She was celebrated for her discipline and passion, qualities that earned her respect from producers, actors, and students alike.
Tributes have since poured in across social media, with fans sharing heartfelt messages and remembering her as a rising star whose life ended too soon.
Authorities have not yet issued an official statement about her death. Investigations are ongoing to determine what may have caused the tragedy.
Her body has been taken to the mortuary as her family and colleagues begin burial preparations. Nicole’s passing has left a deep void in Uganda’s film industry, where she was admired as one of the most promising talents of her generation.
