Funsho Adeolu is a versatile Nigerian actor, film director and producer. He has starred in Yoruba and English films such as Perfect Arrangement, Omo Mi and Disguise.
He is also a director, producer, event manager, host and motivational speaker. He has been in the film industry since 1986 and has appeared in over 100 films.
He has won several awards and nominations for his outstanding performance.
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- Full name: Funsho Adeolu Adegeye
- Date of Birth: May 9, 1968
- Age: 56
- Sex: Male
- Birthplace: Ondo State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Actor, film director, film producer
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Mr. Felix Ife Adegeye (Father), Mrs. Hannah Tunmise Adeyemi (Mother)
- Siblings: Four (names unknown)
- Spouse: Victoria Iboro Adeoglu
- Children: Two sons (names unknown)
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $1 million
Early life and education
Funsho Adeolu, 56, was born on May 9, 1968 in Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria.
He is the second of five children. His parents divorced when he was very young and he lived with both of them. He grew up in Lagos State and attended several schools there.
He attended Lady Lak Primary School, Ansar-Ud-Deen College, Baptist College and Ondo State University, where he studied Sociology. He wanted to study Law but failed the matriculation exam.
personal life
Funsho Adeolu and Victoria Iboro Adeolu have been happily married since 2004. They have two sons.
He is a devout Christian and a member of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). He enjoys playing football and table tennis. He is also a philanthropist and a mentor to many young actors.
Profession
Funsho Adeolu began his acting career in the movie Cool Red in 1986. Since then, he has appeared in more than 100 movies and has worked with famous actors and actresses such as Liz Benson, Chioma Toplis and Kate Henshaw.
He is known for his roles in Yoruba and English films such as Perfect Arrangement, Omo Mi, Disguise, Hero and Zero, Digiola, There are a lot more.
He is also a director, producer, event manager, host and motivational speaker. Films he has directed and produced include Omo University, Gone Grey and Ale AriwoHe has also hosted and spoken at various events and programs.
Awards
Funsho Adeolu has received several awards and nominations for his outstanding work in the film industry. These include:
- 2020 Best Nigerian Movie Awards for Best Actor – Yoruba (Nominated).
- 2012 Africa Movie Academy Awards Best Supporting Actor (nominated).
- 2011 Zulu Africa Movie Academy Awards Best Supporting Actor (winner)
- 2010 City People Entertainment Awards Best Supporting Actor (winner).
net worth
Funsho Adeolu’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
He earns money through acting, directing, producing and other activities.
social media
- Instagram: @adeolufunsho
- Twitter: @funshoadeolu
Filmography
- Cool Red
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- Perfect arrangement
- Omomi
- Hero and Zero
- digital
- Omo University
- Gray
- Alai Arriveau
