Gbemisola Scarlet Shotade Gomez, famously known as Scarlet Gomez, is a Nigerian actress, singer, model, and former beauty queen, celebrated for her lead role as Wura in the 2023 Showmax Original telenovela-series Wura.
Her multifaceted career spans acting in Nollywood, modeling for major beauty pageants, and a brief stint in music, highlighted by her 2016 album The Scarlet Letter.
Scarlet Gomez Biography
| Real Name | Gbemisola Scarlet Shotade Gomez |
| Tribe | Yoruba |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Education | University of Lagos |
| Parents | Toks Shotade, Mrs. Shotade |
| Spouse | Temi Gomez (m. 2017) |
| Relationship | Married |
Early Life and Education
Gbemisola Scarlet Shotade Gomez ( born on May 12, 1991, 35 years old) is from Ogun State, Nigeria. She was raised by her parents, her father, Toks Shotade, a renowned music producer and sound engineer, and Mrs. Shotade. Her Tribe is Yoruba, and she identifies as Christian.
She attended Princeton School for her primary education and Ogunlade College for secondary school. She later pursued higher education at the University of Lagos, earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Her early involvement in school plays and talent shows nurtured her creative talents, setting the stage for her diverse career.
Career
Scarlet Gomez began her career in pageantry, competing in Miss Nigeria, Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN), and Miss Global Nigeria, where she was first runner-up.
In 2012, Gbemisola Scarlet Gomez won the Miss United Nations Tourism pageant in Kingston, Jamaica, boosting her visibility. She transitioned into modeling, appearing as a video vixen in music videos like Timi Dakolo’s “Love Song,” Lynxxx’s “Eziokwu,” Naeto C’s “Bartender,” and Burna Boy’s “Run My Race” in 2013.
That same year, she released her debut single, “Catch Me,” produced by DJ Klem, under Knighthouse Entertainment. Her acting debut came in 2014 with the Africa Magic original Scarlet, followed by roles in Dollhouse, Perfect Imperfection, and President for a Day.
In 2015, she starred in Clarence Peters’ horror film Hex and the series Casino (2015–2016). Her 2016 album The Scarlet Letter marked her musical peak, while her role as Fadekemi in Mnet’s My Flatmates (2016) brought wider recognition. Her lead role in Wura (2023) solidified her status as a Nollywood star.
Filmography
- Scarlet (2014, Africa Magic original) – Lead Role
- Dollhouse (2014) – Supporting Role
- Perfect Imperfection (2014, Africa Magic original)
- President for a Day (2014, Africa Magic original)
- Hex (2015) – Supporting Role
- Casino (2015–2016, series) – Supporting Role
- The Other Side (2016, Wale Adenuga Productions)
- My Flatmates (2016, Mnet Africa series) – Fadekemi
- Wura (2023, Showmax Original series) – Wura
Discography
- Catch Me (2013, single)
- The Scarlet Letter (2016, studio album, Knighthouse Entertainment)
Social Media
Instagram handle: @thescarletgomez
Facebook handle: TheScarletGomez
Personal Life
Scarlet Gomez is married to Temi Gomez, whom she wed on April 13, 2017. The couple has no children, and she is 5 feet 7 inches tall.
Scarlet maintains a vibrant social media presence, sharing fitness routines, fashion, and glimpses of her personal life, including her close bond with her husband. Her association with Big Brother Naija’s Laycon, as his official handler during Season 5, further elevated her public profile.
Net Worth
Scarlet Gomez is a Nigerian actress, singer, and model with an estimated net worth of $100,000. Her income is derived from acting in Nollywood films and series, modeling, music royalties from her album and single, and social media sponsorships. Her role in Wura and brand endorsements significantly contributes to her earnings.
