Tobi Bakre
Nigerian Actor
Tobi Bakre | |
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 Tobi Bakre at the AMVCAs 2020 | |
| Born | (1994-06-01) 1 June 1994 (age 29) Lagos State, Nigeria. |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | Bachelor of Science in Banking & Finance, University of Lagos. |
| Occupation(s) | Actor Model Host Compere Photographer |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Spouse | Anu Oladosu |
Tobi BakreListenⓘ (born 1 June 1994) is a Nigerian actor, model, host, compere, and photographer.[1] Tobi rose to fame after finishing up as a finalist in the Big Brother Naija (season 3) reality TV show in 2018.[2][3][4]
Early life and education
Tobi was born into the family of four children, among which include his older brother, Femi Bakre, CEO of Kraks TV[5] and two sisters. He earned his Bachelor's degree at the University of Lagos where he graduated with a Second Class Honours Upper Division in Banking and Finance.[2][6]
Career
Tobi used to be an investment banker having worked in the office of the Accountant General of the Federation and in the banking industry for four years.[7] He participated in the Big Brother Naija (season 3) reality TV show.[2] He's brand ambassador to Unilever, Amstel Malta, and Jumia in and out of Nigeria.[8]
Personal life
Tobi Bakre is married to Anu Oladosu, they welcomed their second child on the 19th September of 2023. Tobi and Anu have 2 children, a boy and a girl.[9]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Fix Us | with Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro | |
| 2019 | Sugar Rush | Andy | with Adesua Etomi, Bimbo Ademoye, and Bisola Aiyeola |
| 2018 | Mokalik | Goke | with Simi directed by Kunle Afolayan |
| 2021 | The Blood Covenant | ||
| 2022 | Brotherhood | Akin Adetula | with OC Ukeje and Falz, a Jade Osiberu movie. |
| 2023 | Gangs of Lagos | Obalola | with Adesua Etomi, Bimbo Ademoye, Chike, a Jade Osiberu movie |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Hustle | on Africa Magic | |
| Big Brother Naija | Self-participant | Finalist | |
| 2019 | Jenifa's Diary | George | with Funke Akindele |
| 2019 | Phases | Jeje | On NdaniTV |
| 2020 | Lara of Lagos | Femi | On YouTube |
| 2023 | Slum King | Edafe "Majemiesu" Umukoro | On Africa Magic |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2020 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actor –English | Nominated | [10] |
| Most Promising Actor | Nominated | [11] | ||
| 2021 | Net Honours | Most Popular Media Personality (Male) | Nominated | [12] |
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actor in a Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Won | [13] |
| The Future Awards Africa | Prize for Acting | Pending | [14] |
See also
References
- ^ "BBNaija star Tobi Bakre opens up on when he plans to get married". Legit.ng. 6 December 2019.
- ^ a b c "Tobi Bakre: Big Brother To The World!". Guardian Nigeria. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
- ^ "Pulse List 2019: 10 hottest Nigerian male celebrities of the year". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
- ^ Abulude, Samuel (20 May 2023). "AMVCA 2023: Tobi Bakre Wins First Award As Broda Shaggi, Ighodaro Shine". Retrieved 8 June 2023.
- ^ "First photos from the traditional wedding of BBNaija star Tobi Bakre's brother Femi". Legit Nigeria. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
- ^ "BBNaija: Tobi Bakre's painting keeps fans guessing". The Punch. 6 April 2018.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (14 April 2023). "Tobi Bakre: I really enjoyed being 'Oba'". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 24 January 2024.
- ^ "BBNaija Alert: Behold, success stories of Tobi Bakre, Cee-C, Uriel". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
- ^ Adigun, Abisola (19 September 2023). "BBNaija: Tobi Bakare welcomes second child". Tribune Online. Retrieved 22 January 2024.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (2 December 2020). "2020 BON: Here are 5 nominees for 'Best Kiss' category". Retrieved 11 October 2021.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (2 December 2020). "2020 BON: Here are 5 nominees for 'Best Kiss' category". Retrieved 11 October 2021.
- ^ "Net Honours – The Class of 2021". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 7 September 2021.
- ^ "Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees". AMVCA – Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees. Retrieved 23 April 2023.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Asake, Tobi Amusan, Osimhen nominated for TFAA 2023". TheCable Lifestyle. 26 September 2023. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
External links
- Tobi Bakre at IMDb
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