Bimbo Ademoye is a talented Nigerian actress, known for her talented approach to her acting career and her comical prowess. Bimbo has featured in so many movies like Anikulapo and many other Netflix series.
Let’s delve into her story as Wrethers takes you through some interesting facts like; Bimbo Ademoye’s biography, early life, career, love life and many more.
Early Life and Background
Abimbola Aisha Ademoye was born on the 4th of February, 1991 in Lagos, Nigeria.
Bimbo was singlehandedly raised alongside her older sister Adebike Maryam by their father, Adekunle Ademoye after their parents separated in 1993, when she was just two years old. Despite the challenges of growing in a broken home, Bimbo’s upbringing laid the foundation for the values and principles that shaped her future, and molded her career.
Education
Bimbo started her educational career at the St. Margaret’s Primary School in Ikorodu, Lagos, and proceeded to Mayflower Secondary School in Ikenne, Ogun State for her secondary school and where she obtained her Senior School Leaving Certificate.
She proceeded on higher education and bagged a degree in Business Administration from the renowned Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Career and Achievements
Bimbo’s acting journey began in 2014 when she starred in a short film titled “Where Talent Lies.”
In 2015, she landed her first feature film role in the movie “It’s About Your Husband.” produced by Uduak Isong who she regarded as a model and mentor in the movie industry.
Bimbo Ademoye was listed as one of five actors predicted to have a successful career by Premium Times in 2018.
She co-starred with Stella Damasus in “Gone” (2018), describing it as a motivating moment in her career.
Notably, her role in “Backup Wife” (2017) earned her nominations for Best Actress in a Comedy/TV series at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards and other accolades.
She won Best Actress in a Comedy/TV series at the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for her role in the film “Selina”.
Awards and Nominations
Best of Nollywood Awards (2018): Best Actress in a Supporting Role for “Personal Assistant.”
City People Movie Awards (2018): Nominations for Revelation of the Year, Best New Actress, and Best Upcoming Actress.
Nigeria Entertainment Awards (2018): Nomination for Best Lead Role for her performance in “Backup Wife.”
Networth
Bimbo Ademoye is valued at an estimated $2.4 million.
