If your parents ever warned you against choosing an acting profession because this job does not bring big money, we assure you that they were wrong. These talented Nigerian actresses prove that you can be popular, successful, and fabulously rich. Who is the wealthiest Yoruba actress? In this article, the top 5 beautiful and rich ladies will be discussed.
1. Funke Akindele
Currently, Funke Akindele net worth is around 1.4 million dollars.
Funke is a notable star of Yoruba movies. She grew up in an ordinary Nigerian family and achieved all her success by her own. Akindele got a national diploma at the Ogun State Polytechnic and a law degree in Lagos.
Funke’s acting debut was in the soap opera “I Need To Know”. This series went on between the 1990’s to the mid-2000’s. In 2009, she was awarded for best performance by the Africa Film Foundation. Also, viewers got to enjoy her acting in another TV show, Jenifa’s Diary.
One of her most famous work is JENIFA. This movie was a big hit, not just in Nigeria, but Africa as well.
2. Iyabo Ojo
Iyabo is not only one of the most talented Nollywood actresses but also a successful producer and director. According to information available in the media, the estimated net worth of this beautiful woman is 280-300 million Naira. So, it is not surprising that she has a Range Rover. Of course, all these riches are less valuable than her two lovely children.
Few people will believe that this beautiful woman is 40 years old. She was born in Lagos on December 21, 1977.
Her acting career began in 1997 when she met Bimbo Akintola. Her impeccable performance in the movie “Satanic” showed that she really has great talent. Iyabo got the leading role. Her inexperience was not at all noticeable. No one could have guessed that it was her first time in front of a camera. Even though she was nervous, she enjoyed the process of filming.
Iyabo has been on over 150 movies. In addition, she has produced 14 films and has received more than 10 awards.
3. Dayo Amusa
According to media sources, Dayo’s net worth is 700, 000 dollars. She is a prominent businesswoman, actress, and singer.
This lady was born on July 20, 1984. Her birthplace is Lagos. Dayo is the first of five children in her family. She studied Food Science and Technology at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic.
Her acting career started in 2002. Within a short period of time, she became one of the most popular personalities in Nollywood. Her main focus are Yoruba films but she has also starred in a few English movies. Her most notable roles were in Unforgivable, Emuke, Aroba 1, 2, Diary.