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12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Many believe that after celebrities become wealthy and well-known, marriage is the logical next step for them. Some Nigerian celebrities, however, have not yet chosen this road.

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August 15, 2023

Fatimat Azeez

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023) Nonso Diobi, a talented 46-year-old actor, is another man who has

In this article, RNN will be sharing with you 12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities who are over 40 and not married. Many believe that after celebrities become wealthy and well-known, marriage is the logical next step for them. Some Nigerian celebrities, however, have not yet chosen this road. These Nollywood celebrities are older than 40 and have never been married, whether intentionally or not.

Nollywood is a talent hotspot and one of the top three film and TV businesses in the world. Famous actors, TV personalities, directors, and producers have amassed sizable fan bases. Unfortunately, many celebrities choose to keep their relationships private owing to the somewhat intrusive nature of followers.

Consequently, we offer you 12 well-known Nollywood actors above the age of 40 who are single for reasons that are best known to them.

1. Osita Iheme (40 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Since his big break in 2002, Osita Iheme has become a Nollywood celebrity. He gained notoriety for his performance in Aki na Ukwa (2002), which led to his nickname, Pawpaw. He and Chinedu Ikedieze make up the dynamic combo Aki and PawPaw.

Iheme was said to have wed Ghanaian actress Nana Ama McBrown in 2017. The actor made no statements supporting or refuting the rumors. Since 2016, McBrown and entrepreneur Maxwell Mawu Mensah of Ghana have been married and have one kid together.

2. Nonso Diobo (46 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Nonso Diobi, a talented 46-year-old actor, is another man who has never been wed. Contrary to some of the other people on this list who already have an unmarried kid, we are aware of neither a wife nor a child for Nonso. With affection, he is taking his time.

3. Uti Nwachukwu (40 year)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Uti Nwachukwu began his career as a model, actor, and TV host on the Nigerian reality program Next Movie Star. After coming in second place, he competed in Big Brother Africa seasons 3 and 5, winning Big Brother Africa: All-Stars. In addition to hosting Jara and The Real Housewives of Lagos Reunion, he has over 30 acting credits. Additionally, Uti performs alternative rock music. Nwachukwu has made it clear that he has no desire to “settle” down with any one woman. Instead, he intends to pick a mate at the appropriate moment. He made it clear that the public is not entitled to access his private life.

4. Denrele Edun (41 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun, better known by his stage name Denrele, was born on June 3, 1981, in Nigeria. He is a television host, actor, model, and dancer who has won numerous honors, including The Best TV Personality at the 2011 NEAs in New York, the Dynamix Award for Best Youth TV Personality in 2006, 2007, and 2008, and The Future Award for Best Producer in 2007.

The TV personality’s love life has come under intense scrutiny. Fans have questioned his sexuality due to his attire, which is showy and feminine. Denrele maintains that he likes the mystery surrounding the rumors about his sexual orientation and will not address them. However, he has acknowledged that when the time is perfect, he would like to settle down and get married.

5. Wale Ojo (54 years)

famous Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Veteran British-Nigerian actor Wale Ojo began his acting career as a kid star. His performance in The Hard Case (1995) propelled him to popularity. Since then, he has played several parts in Nigeria and the UK’s film, television, and theater industries. Ojo disclosed that his continued single status was due to multiple heartbreaks in his life. Because he was a failing actor in London, former girlfriends dumped him. However, the actor has no age constraints for his future marriage and would like to settle down with a woman in the future.

6. Baba Dee (45 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Baba Dee, sometimes known as Dare Fasasi, is best known as a dancehall performer. Despite having little prior experience, the Swedish-Nigerian artist has a few acting credits. Together with his late brother Sound Sultan, Baba Dee formed the Naija Ninja Entertainment Production Company. The 2014 film Head Gone, which Baba Dee directed, was made by the label.

Tunde Valhberg Fasasi, a son of Baba Dee and a Swedish national, is his only child. Baba Dee, however, has never been wed. He promised that he would marry when God thought it was right.

7. Genevieve Nnaji (43 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Another person whose neck has been on for years is the Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji. Because of cultural constraints, the actress is still happily married and is not looking to settle down with just any man. She claims that she takes marriage seriously and would want to settle DOWN, but only with the right person when he comes along.

8. Bimbo Akintola (52 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

In Ibadan, Oyo State, Bimbo Akintola was born on May 5th, 1970. She always had aspirations of being an actress and graduated from the University of Ibadan’s Theater Arts department with honors.

“OWO BLOW,” in which Bimbo Akintola co-starred alongside Femi Adebayo, served as her feature film debut. In 1995, this movie was released. “Out of Bounds” was her second notable composition.

Bimbo Akintola is praised by both critics and fans for her abilities, and she has won several honors for her versatility in the acting world.

Despite having a successful career, Bimbo Akintola never got married and never had kids. She is vehemently opposed to the conventional norm that says every successful woman needs a guy at her side.

She feels that single moms may effectively raise their children if they are emotionally and financially secure, thus she sees nothing wrong with being single and encourages women who want to have biological children to do so regardless of their marital status.

9. Franca Brown (55 years)

12 Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

Another actress and producer who has remained single her entire life is Franca Brown. The actress is still single at the age of 55.

10. Tina Mba (55 years)

Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married(2023)

One of Nigeria’s top women is veteran actress Tina Mba. The actress is renowned for portraying a wide range of characters and types, many of which have her playing a mother, a wife, or both.

However, despite Tina’s marital status in films and television series, many people are surprised to learn that she is single in real life.

11. Elvina Ibru (50 years)

Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married

After playing a part in “Bling Lagosians,” the 50 years old actress, gained further notoriety. She has been divorced from her previous marriage and was previously married.

12. Maryann Apollo (50 years)

Popular Nollywood Celebrities Who Are Over 40 And Not Married

Maryann Apollo is a brand influencer, actor, producer, and motivational speaker. She has made it clear that she doesn’t want a boyfriend; she wants a spouse. Apollo also disclosed that, as of 2021, she had been celibate for six years and had no plans to stop till she was married.