Ejike Aseigbu said, “ his death came as a rude shock to the entire movie industry. J.T Tom West was one of the best hands in the industry.

Visibly shaken star actress, Oby Edozieh declared that Tom-West's good works and the simple life he led would remain indelible on the minds of people, “especially his colleagues and fans.

Chima Okoroji regretted the death of his colleague: “I'm still in a state of shock, I can't say much for now. I'm still investigating. This is a big blow.”

The Association of Movie Producers' President, Mr. Madu Chikwendu, described the death of the actor as a big blow to the industry."He was a good man, a fine actor and a role model to other actors," he said

Movie producer, Opa Williams, described the death as shocking. "Our roads are death traps; look at what it has done to a wonderful personality like J.T. Tom West."