Tollywood actress Samantha's father, Joseph Prabhu, has passed away. Samantha shared this news through an Instagram story, saying, "Until we meet again, Dad," accompanied by a heart emoji. Samantha was born to Joseph Prabhu and Neenet Prabhu in Chennai. Her father was Telugu Anglo-Indian. Samantha has often mentioned that her father played a crucial role in her life.

Despite being busy with numerous films, Samantha always prioritized meeting her parents. She shared that her father was her support and strength in every moment of her life in the film industry. Following the news of her father's death, celebrities and fans have expressed their condolences.