Joseph Ada, a former housemate on the Big Brother Nigeria reality TV show, now popularly known as BBNaija, has died.

Joseph, who participated in the first edition of the BBNaija show in 2006, is believed to have died on Wednesday, May 24 in Delare, USA.

He was diagnosed with pancreatitis, which led to his early death. Joseph Ada, a former flight attendant with Virgin Atlantic, had relocated to the United States after the show.

He appeared on the reality show in 2006 alongside other housemates such as popular media personalities, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Maureen Osuji, and Gideon Okeke.

Earlier today, Big Brother Naija star and entrepreneur, Tacha, took to social media to express her excitement after first meeting with veteran actors, Pete Edochie, Kanayo O. Kanayo, and Victor Osuagwu.

The reality TV star recently met the Nollywood legends at the 40th birthday dinner party of Elizabeth Jack-Rich, the wife of billionaire Tein Jack-Rich.

Tacha, who attended the birthday dinner as a valued celebrity guest, met with the legendary actors during the event.

Overjoyed, the Big Brother Naija Star took to her social media page to share a video of her exchanging pleasantries with them.

In the video, Tacha can be seen asking Pete Edochie for a photo and praising the 76-year-old actor for his timeless looks. She also expressed her admiration for Kanayo O. Kanayo, mentioning that she grew up watching him on screen as a child and was fascinated by his youthful looks. (Watch the video here)