Tollywood actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is grieving the loss of her father, Joseph Prabhu, who passed away recently. Samantha shared the heartbreaking news on her Instagram story, writing, *“I can no longer meet my dad,”* accompanied by a heartbroken emoji. She did not disclose the cause of his death.
Joseph Prabhu, a Telugu Anglo-Indian, played a significant role in Samantha’s life. Born to Joseph and Ninette Prabhu in Chennai, Samantha has often spoken about her father’s unwavering support and guidance throughout her journey. His demise has led to an outpouring of condolences from her fans and industry colleagues, with many taking to social media to express their sympathies and pray for his soul to rest in peace.
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Emotional Memories of Samantha’s Father
Joseph Prabhu had previously drawn attention for his emotional response to Samantha’s divorce from actor Naga Chaitanya. Nearly a year after their separation, he shared their wedding photos on Facebook, expressing his struggle to accept the divorce. In his post, he reflected on the past and expressed hope for a new chapter for both Samantha and Chaitanya.
The news of his passing has deeply affected Samantha’s admirers, who continue to rally around her during this difficult time.
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