On October 13, 2022, the death of a famous reality TV star, Rico Swavey, was reported. His death sparked a variety of strong emotions from fans and family members alike who were heartbroken by the news.
Rico Swavey, who was a lawyer, artiste, movie actor, reality TV star, and social media influencer recently died. Rico Swavey’s cause of death was revealed to be a car accident.
The Nigerian lawyer, artist, actor in movies and reality TV shows, social media influencer, and former BBnaija season 3 housemate Patrick Fakoya was born in 1993.
Rico was a housemate on Big Brother Naija in season three’s Double Wahala, and he is now 26 years old. He belongs to the Yoruba ethnic group or tribe, is from the South of Nigeria, and practices Christianity.
Rico Swavey has seven siblings, and they all loved him while he was on set filming his stint on the show. In fact, he found that growing up in their household was a lot of fun.
He attended the prestigious Babcock University for his undergraduate studies and gained a B.A. in law from there.
Notably, he has completed his West African Examination Certificate and First School Leaving Certificates.
Cause Of Death
His close friend Tobi Bakre announced his passing on Instagram on Thursday morning. Tobi tweeted, “Rest in Peace Rico,” after posting a photo of himself and Rico. “This is how I will always remember you.”
Rick Swavey was critically injured and hospitalized following a horrifying vehicle accident.
On Tuesday, Alex Asogwa, aka Alex Unusual, a fellow television personality, posted information about the accident on her Twitter profile and requested money on her Instagram page.
She stated in her letter, “Whatever you can do to support them will be greatly appreciated as he is struggling for his life and on life support.”
Rico Swavey’s Career
Soon after he earned his degree from Babcock University, Patrick Fakoya embarked on an artistic career. He was featured in the Big Brother Naija program, which was where he earned his most recent paycheck.
Rico Swavey, on the other hand, became an ex-BBnaija housemate and reality TV star with absolutely no formal training in the entertainment industry before then.
Not only did he become a part of Nigerian cinema, but he also released the song “Afrosantana” two years ago.
Patrick Fakoya has had quite a successful professional life and is still doing so.
