Owobo Ogunde Biography: Age, Wife, Wikipedia, Father, Net Worth, Movies, TV Shows, Children

Owobo Ogunde is a Nigerian actor recognized for his contributions to Yoruba theatre. He first showcased his acting talent in the 1970s with a role in his father’s production Aropin T’Enia.

More recently, he garnered attention for his portrayal of Baṣhorun Ogunjimi in the Netflix series Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre, marking his debut in Nollywood since the passing of his father in 1990.

As the son of Hubert Ogunde, a trailblazer in Nigerian theatre, Owobo continues the legacy of his father, often referred to as the “father of Nigerian theatre” or the “father of contemporary Yoruba theatre.”

Profile

• Full Name: Owobo Ogunde
• Stage Name: Owobo Ogunde
• Born: August 15, 1978
• Age: 46 years old
• Birthplace: Ijebu Ososa, Ogun State, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Occupation: Nigerian Yoruba Actor
• Height: Unknown
• Parent: Hubert Ogunde and Mrs. Orisabunmi Ogunde
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Adetutu Ogunde
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life And Education

Owobo Ogunde was born on August 15, 1978, in Ijebu Ososa, Ogun State, Nigeria, to renowned Nigerian theatre pioneer Hubert Ogunde and Mrs. Orisabunmi Ogunde.

As the son of Hubert Ogunde, a prominent figure in Nigerian theatre, Owobo was born into a family with a rich cultural legacy. He has several siblings, both brothers and sisters, from his father’s polygamous marriage, which included ten wives.

Owobo‘s educational journey began at Igbobi College in Lagos, where he received his early schooling. He later pursued higher education in the United Kingdom, where he studied Information Technology. As a Yoruba by tribe, Owobo is deeply connected to his cultural heritage, and he identifies as a Christian.

Career

Owobo Ogunde‘s deep-rooted connection to the theatre arts was shaped by his early exposure within his family. Growing up as the son of Hubert Ogunde, a pioneering figure in Nigerian theatre, Owobo was immersed in the world of performance from a young age.

His debut performance came in the 1970s when he portrayed Oriadekigbe in his father’s production of Aropin T’Enia at Glover Hall, Lagos. He also featured in several other notable productions, including Aiye, Jaiyesimi, and Ayanmo, all of which further honed his craft.

Despite this early success, it wasn’t until his recent role as Baṣhorun Ogunjimi in Kunle Afolayan‘s Netflix series Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre that Owobo made his Nollywood debut, a significant moment in his career following his father’s passing in 1990.

After Hubert Ogunde‘s death, Owobo‘s journey in the theatre continued with notable performances, including a tribute play at the National Theatre in his father’s honor. He was also a founding member of the Nigerian National Troupe and took on the role of the white man in Things Fall Apart, directed by Bayo Oduneye.

However, in 1992, Owobo made a significant personal decision to step away from the arts, leaving Nigeria and distancing himself from Nollywood productions altogether. During this time, he even refrained from watching Nigerian films.

His career took a brief hiatus as he relocated to the UK, where he worked on a variety of other projects, including collaborations with renowned Nigerian actors such as Oga Bello and Jide Kosoko.

Owobo‘s recent return to acting in Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre has been met with widespread acclaim, with many praising his performance as one of the standout aspects of the production.

In reflecting on his role, Owobo shared that his preparation was intensive, involving multiple readings of the script and in-depth research into his character.

He also revealed that Kunle Afolayan, the director, had mentioned that his late father had expressed a desire for Owobo to be part of the film.

This comeback has reignited his passion for acting, and he has expressed openness to roles in both indigenous films (Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo) as well as English-language movies.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @owoboogunde
• Facebook handle: Owobo Ogunde

Personal Life

Owobo Ogunde is married to Adetutu Ogunde, a lawyer and human rights activist. The couple has two children, a son and a daughter, although their names remain private.

Filmography

• Aropin T’Enia (1970s)
• Aiye (Date Not Available)
• Jaiyesimi (Date Not Available)
• Ayanmo (1986)
• Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre (2024)
• Anikulapo 2

Net Worth

Owobo Ogunde the Nigerian Yoruba actor net worth is estimated to be approximately $500,000. He has primarily accumulated his wealth through his successful career in acting