Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is a Nigerian actress, singer, film director, entertainer, philanthropist, and producer. She has starred in over 300 films since her Nollywood début in 1995, selling millions of video copies.
The press has hailed the Screen Nation ‘Best Actress’ as Africa’s biggest star after she received multiple high-profile prizes, launched a music career, and amassed an incredible fan base.
She is praised for her extraordinary humanitarian initiatives, shows, and economic achievements. Omotola became one of Africa’s most popular actresses after pioneering the video film era in Nigerian cinema.
Along with Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Kate Middleton, she was named to Time magazine‘s 2013 list of the 100 most important people in the world.
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Biography
| Full Name: | Omotola Jalade Ekeinde |
| Height: | 1.68 m |
| Parents: | Shola Jalade, Oluwatoyin Jalade |
| Siblings: | Bolaji Jalade, Tayo Jalade |
| Husband • Spouse: | Capt. Matthew Ekeinde (m. 1996) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | N/A |
| Children: | Princess Ekeinde, Captain E, Meraiah Ekeinde, Micheal Ekeinde |
| Occupation: | Actress • TV Personality |
Early Life
Omotola Jalade (born February 7, 1978, 47 years old) from Ondo State. Chrisland School, Opebi, Oxford Children’s School, Santos Layout, and Command Secondary School, Kaduna, were among Omotola’s schools. She attended Obafemi Awolowo University for a short semester before completing her education at Yaba College of Technology, where she majored in Estate Management.
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, according to Omotola Jalade Ekeinde. Her parents and two younger brothers, Tayo and Bolaji Jalade, raised her in a household of five. Omotola’s original objective was to work in business management, but while awaiting her university results, she began modeling to supplement her income.
Career
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde began modeling to keep track of her flying minutes while still earning a living. On one of those days, she joined a buddy at a movie audition and was fortunate enough to land a part.
Omotola started the industry by accompanying a friend to an audition. Her debut film role was in Reginald Ebere’s Venom of Justice, which was released in 1995. Reginald is credited with kickstarting Omotola’s career.
Jalade Omotola was cast in the lead role in the film, which launched her successful career in the Nigerian film industry. In the critically acclaimed film Mortal Inheritance, Omotola earned her first significant role (1995).
She portrayed a sickle-cell patient who battled for her life against the odds. Omotola’s character beat the disease and gave birth to a child. The film is widely recognized as one of Nigeria’s best films.
She has since starred in several big-budget films, including Games Women Play, Blood Sisters, All My Life, Last Wedding, My Story, The Woman in Me, and others. She has since starred in over 300 films and received numerous prizes and credits.
Music career
OmoSexy launched her “long-awaited” music career in 2005 with the release of her debut album titled “gba”. The album produced the singles “Naija Lowa” and “The Things You Do To Me.”
Her unreleased second album, Me, Myself, and Eyes, brought in production from Paul Play and Del B. It was supported by the songs “Feel Alright” (featuring Harry Song) and “Through the Fire” (featuring Uche). The Album’s launch party was scheduled to be held in Nigeria, and tables were expected to sell for N1 million.
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Movies
- Lost Kingdom (1999)
- Koosorogun (2002)
- When Love Dies (2003)
- Brave Heart (2005)
- Careless Soul (2007)
- Yankee Girls (2008)
- My Last Ambition (2009)
- Ije: The Journey (2010)
- Ties That Bind (2011)
- Amina (2012)
- Hit the Floor (2013)
- Blood on the Lagoon (2014)
- Alter Ego (2017)
- The Island (2017)
- The Tribunal (2017)
Recognitions and Awards
what do you expect from a talented actress like Omotola? So far she has bag many awards for herself from her carer.
- The Best Actress English at The Movie Awards 1997
- The Best Actress Overall at The Movie Awards 1997
- Best Actress at the City People Awards for Excellence 2004
- Best Actress & Grand Achiever at Global Excellence Recognition 2004
- Best Individual & Symbol of Creativity at CEON 2004
- Most Friendly Actress at Youth Benefactor’s Awards 2006
- Best Actress-Africa Collaboration at Ghana Movie Awards 2011
- Actress of the Year at Eloy Awards 2012
- Pan African Best Actress at Screen Nation Awards 2012
- GIAMA Humanitarian Award at Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards 2012
- Popular Online Choice at Nollywood Movies Awards 2013
- Ebony Vanguard Award at Music Video and Screen Awards 2013
- 100 Most Influential People in the World by the TIMES Magazine 2013
- Member of the Order of the Federal Republic 2014
- Female Entertainment Personality at City People Social Media Awards 2016
- Best Actress at Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival 2017
- Best Actress at Nollywood Travel Film Festival 2017
- Most Influential 100 People of African Descent at the United Nation MIPAD 2018
- Movie Icon of the Year at City People Movie Awards 2018
- Best Actress in Movies/TV Series at Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards 2018 source
Personal Life
Omotola married Captain Matthew Ekeinde in 1996. The couple later held a white ceremony on board a Dash 7 aircraft while flying from Lagos to Benin in 2001, with close family and friends present. Together, they have four children: Princess, M.J., Meraiah, and Michael. She lost her father in 1991.
Philanthropy
Omotola became a United Nations World Food Programme Ambassador in 2005, serving on missions to Sierra Leone and Liberia. She also supports organizations such as Charles Odii’s SME100 Africa, which empowers youth and young women. She has participated in the Walk the World project and campaign in Liberia with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Net Worth
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is one of the richest Nollywood actresses, with an estimated net worth of $3 million.
