8 Popular Yoruba Actors/Actresses Who Are Non-Yoruba

The Yoruba movie industry has seen the rise of several actors and actresses who aren’t originally from the Yoruba ethnic group but have gained popularity within the industry. These celebrities have managed to capture the hearts of the audience through their talent and dedication.

In this article, RNN will take a look at some of these individuals who are making significant impacts and excel in cultural boundaries, and contributing to the vibrant world of Yoruba-language movies.

1. Fathia Balogun

Faithia Williams Balogun, born on February 5, 1969, is a Nigerian actress, filmmaker, producer, and director. She is Urhobo by ethnicity but is well-known for her versatile acting in the Yoruba movie industry. Despite her former name (Balogun), she’s not Yoruba. Faithia was born in Ukwara, a waterside local government area of Delta State in southern Nigeria. According to pulse. ng.

2. Toyin Abraham

Also known as Toyin Aimaku, the name “Aimaku” has a Yoruba sound. Because of her involvement in the Yoruba movie industry, many assume she’s Yoruba. Despite being raised in Ibadan, she hails from Edo state. She’s a Nigerian actress and filmmaker who’s made a significant impact in Yoruba cinema and has become a star.

3. Mercy Aigbe

You might be surprised to find that the first three individuals in this category of actors and actresses are not Yorubas. One of them is Mercy Aigbe, born on January 1, 1978, in Edo State.

She is a Nigerian actress, director, fashion enthusiast, and businesswoman, well-known for her Yoruba indigenous movies. Mercy Aigbe comes from Benin City, the capital of Edo State.

4. Liz Da Silva

Elizabeth Omowunmi Tekovi Da-Silva is a Nigerian actress and movie producer with Togolese heritage. Born on June 10, 1978, to Togolese parents living in Nigeria, she mainly works in the Nigerian movie sector. Her birthplace was Obalende in Lagos State, where she spent her early years due to her parents’ residency there.

5. Kelvin Ikeduba

Kelvin Ikeduba, a Yoruba actor, surprises many as a non-Yoruba. His significant contributions are mainly to the Yoruba movie industry, with rare appearances in non-Yoruba films. His name’s pronunciation is the only hint of his non-Yoruba origin.

Ikeduba is from Delta State but was born in Ebute-Meta, Lagos State, Nigeria.

6.Rykardo Agbor

Rykardo Agbor, born on February 4th, 1973, in Lagos and originally from Cross River State, is a skilled Nigerian actor known for his roles in Nollywood. With a career spanning several years, he’s recognized for portraying romantic partners, husbands, billionaires, and even diverse characters like a native doctor.

7. Regina Chukwu

Regina Chukwu, born on March 23, 1980, is a well-known Nigerian Nollywood actress, producer, and director. She gained fame for her performances in Nollywood movies. Although originally from Enugu State in the southeast, she was raised in Lagos.

8. Rose Odika

Rose Odika, a renowned actress, hails from Delta State. She was born in Ibadan to a father from Delta and a mother from Edo.
She’s a familiar figure in the Yoruba movie sector and currently holds the position of Governor in the Oyo State chapter of TAMPAN (Theater and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria).

Source: Wikipedia, Pulse. ng

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