The Kumawood movie industry has been hit with sad news as famed actor, Osei Tutu Nyamekese, has been reported dead.

The actor popularly known as Tutu is said to have passed on in the early hours of Tuesday in his sleep.

Colleague actor, Sunsum Ahuofe confirmed the sad news in an interview.

According to him, Tutu's death has come as a shock, especially because the actor was hale and hearty the night before.

Sunsum said the late Tutu had recovered from an ailment some months back.

The deceased was recently in the United States of America to shot a movie.