Temitope Solaja is a Nigerian film actress, screenwriter, and producer. Her most famous role was in the popular film “Aruga,” which inspired her stage name. Tope is said to have moved to the United States of America, where she is now residing.
Temitope Solaja Biography
| Full Name: | Temitope Solaja |
| Date of Birth: | February 14, 1990 |
| Place of Birth: | Ogun State |
| State of Origin: | Odun State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Net Worth: | $500,000 |
| Husband/Boyfriend: | Single |
Early Life
Temitope Basira Solaja (born February 14, 1990, 35 years old) is a native of Sagamu, Ogun State, in Nigeria’s Southwest region. She is from the country’s Yoruba tribe and spent much of her childhood there.
There have been no reports of her parents or siblings. According to some media reports, she is the first child of a family of six, and none of her siblings appears to have achieved the level of fame she currently enjoys.
Education
Temitope spent her childhood in Ogun state. She reportedly received her secondary education at Ikene Community High School before enrolling at Tai Solarin University of Education and graduating with a degree in Mass Communication.
Career
Temitope is one of many actresses whose current career results from a childhood passion. The Yoruba actress remembered imitating most of her favorite actresses and aspired to be a movie star even as a child.
Her dreams came true when, during her first year at university, she was introduced to a well-known Yoruba movie actor, producer, and MC, Afeez Eniola, who was in town to film his film, “Bamitale.”
Solaja made her acting debut in the 2008 film Bamitale. In 2009, her sub-lead role in the film Opolo, produced by Sola Akintunde Lagata, catapulted her into the spotlight.
However, she credits “Okpolo,” another Yoruba film, for catapulting her to fame. Sola Adetunde produced the 2009 film, which starred other Yoruba actors, such as Mercy Aigbe and Funmi Emmanuel Muyideen Oladapo.
Tope, primarily known as a Yoruba actress, has also appeared in several English-language films. One such film is Tayo Sobola’s 2015 film Bella Bella, which was written and produced by Sobola and starred Yemi Blaq, Bukola Ajayi, and Biodun Okeowo, among others.
Temitope Solaja has appeared in numerous films and produced a number of them. Aruga is the title of the first film she is known to have produced.
The 2015 film, ‘Aruga,’ was shot in the Ajah area of Lagos state, Nigeria, and starred Biodun Okeowo, Antar Laniyan, and Kayode Olaiya (Aderupoko), among others.
She was also instrumental in producing the popular Yoruba films Orente and Empire. She also produced the well-known Yoruba film Ashebi Akata, directed by Ibrahim Yekini and starring Jumoke George, Bimbo Oshin, and Niyi Johnson.
She was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Yoruba) at the 2017 Best of Nollywood Awards.
Other Business
Solaja is a successful businesswoman, and her acting career is burgeoning. She owns the Star Girl fashion store, specializing in selected ladies’ wear and human hair. She is also a famous socialite who makes much money by endorsing product brands.
Personal Life
Temitope Solaja is currently single; she has no husband because she is unmarried. She has also made no mention of a boyfriend or fiance. She describes herself as a romantic lady who wishes for her man to be caring, understanding, not greedy, and to fear God.
She said she would date and marry even her devoted and enthusiastic fan. Temitope Solaja’s pictures can be found all over her Instagram page, which has over 1 million followers.
Filmography
- Bamitale
- Opolo
- Idemu Ojo kan
- The Antique
- Adajo Aiye
- Kudi Klepto
- Bella
- Firepemi
- Aruga
- Darasimi
- Awelewa
- Orente
- Juba[6]
- 77 Bullets
Fight With Kemi Afolabi
Temitope Solaja was said to have argued with fellow actress Kemi Afolabi over the famous actor Odunlade Adekola. As a result, the well-known actor summoned both actresses in public to warn them.
Rumor about Pregnancy
Tope was also thought to be pregnant and expecting a child. The actress, however, has not confirmed or denied the rumor, but she is said to have relocated to the United States of America, where she now resides.
Temitope Solaja Surgery
I will never consider cosmetic surgery. Moreover, there is nothing that I want to change about myself. I appreciate everything about myself, and I am thankful to God for how He created me. I’m blessed with the way God made me.
Social Media
Follow Temitope Solaja on all her social media platforms:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Temitope Solaja Net Worth
Temitope Solaja is one of the richest actresses in Nigeria, with an estimated net worth of $300,000. Her wealth comes mainly from her acting career and various social media-influenced deals.
People Also Ask For FAQs
is temitope solaja married?
Temitope Solaja is currently single; she has no husband because she is unmarried
temitope solaja is from which state?
Temitope Solaja Hails from Ogun state, South Western Nigeria.
