Benjamin Olaye Biography: Instagram, Movies, Awards, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Siblings, Wife, Tribe, Ethnicity, Religion

Benjamin Olaye is a Nigerian actor, dancer, and model known for his versatility in the Nollywood film industry. He has appeared in over 40 movies, showcasing his talent in various roles.

Olaye is also an acting instructor at the Benin Film Academy (BFA) and serves as the co-founder and CEO of Bdots Studios, an entertainment company specializing in film, dance, adverts, and media productions.

His notable performances include roles in films like ‘The Lost Okoroshi’ (2019), ‘Son of Mercy’ (2020), and ‘Esohe’ (2017).

Profile

• Full name: Benjamin Olaye Junior
• Date of birth: January 25, 1980s
• Age: 30s
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Profession: Actor, Educator, Entrepreneur
• Height: 5’11” (180 cm)
• Parents: Father – Benjamin Omuruyi Olaye (deceased); Mother – Angela Olaye
• Siblings: Five – Mrs. Julie Idemudia, Mrs. Bernadette Bristol-Alagbariya, Miss Blessing Olaye, Miss Itohan Olaye, and Prince Osamudiame Olaye
• Spouse: Not married
• Children: None
• Relationship status: In a serious relationship
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Bini
• Net worth: $450,000

Early Life and Education

Born into the family of the late Benjamin Omuruyi Olaye, popularly known as BENJOF, a renowned entertainer and producer of the TV program ‘Beat Wave’ in the old Bendel State, Benjamin Olaye Junior hails from Benin City, Edo State.

He developed an interest in entertainment from an early age, inspired by his father’s legacy. He began writing stories during his secondary school days and was influenced by actors like Ramsey Nouah, Pete Edochie, and Sam Loco Efe. Details about his higher education are not publicly available.

Personal Life

Benjamin Olaye maintains a relatively private personal life. He is currently in a serious relationship but has not disclosed his partner’s identity publicly. He is not married and has no children.

His father, Benjamin Omuruyi Olaye, passed away on August 4, 2018, at the age of 64. His mother, Angela Olaye, is still alive. He has five siblings: Mrs. Julie Idemudia, Mrs. Bernadette Bristol-Alagbariya, Miss Blessing Olaye, Miss Itohan Olaye, and Prince Osamudiame Olaye.

Career

Benjamin Olaye‘s career in the entertainment industry encompasses acting, education, and entrepreneurship. He has appeared in numerous Nollywood films, including ‘The Lost Okoroshi’ (2019), ‘Son of Mercy’ (2020), and ‘Esohe’ (2017). In 2020, he won Lancelot Imasuen‘s ‘Invasion 1897’ Online Monologue Challenge, which commemorated the producer’s 25th year in the industry.

As an educator, he teaches acting at the Benin Film Academy, mentoring aspiring actors. He is also the co-founder and CEO of Bdots Studios, an entertainment company focusing on film, dance, adverts, and media productions.

Awards

In 2020, Benjamin Olaye won the ‘Invasion 1897’ Online Monologue Challenge, organized by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen to commemorate his 25th year in the film industry.

Net Worth

Benjamin Olaye‘s net worth is estimated to be around $450,000.

Social Media

• Instagram: @officialbenjaminolaye
• Twitter: Not available

Filmography

• The Lost Okoroshi (2019)
• Son of Mercy (2020)
• Esohe (2017)
• Deepend Reflection
• Am Enakhe
• Blood of Enogie
• For the Love of Isiuwa
• Troubled Soul
• Love Apart
• Ododo
• In the Pursuit of Love
• Always Be Mine
• Foo Foo
• A Happy Ending
• Vicious Circle
• Ojuju Calabar
• The Thorn
• Culture