Mr Macaroni
Comedian & actor
Also known as: Debo Adebayo
Biography
Mr Macaroni (Debo Adedayo) made Daddy Wa and Professor Hard Life household names, then became one of Nollywood's highest-grossing actors. Here is his full story: education, skits, films, EndSARS activism and awards.
Read the full biography →Career history
- 1993
Adebowale Babatunde Adedayo was born on 3 May 1993 in Ogudu, Lagos, and is from Ogun State.
- 2012
He started law at two universities but left both, trained as an actor at PEFTI Film Institute in 2012, and earned a degree in Theatre Arts and Film Studies from Redeemer's University in 2018.
- 2019
Frustrated by a shortage of good roles, he turned to online comedy and exploded in 2019 with Daddy Wa, a philandering "big man", and Professor Hard Life, a terrifying lecturer.
- 2020
He was a visible voice of the #EndSARS movement in 2020 after experiencing police brutality himself, was arrested at the Lekki Toll Gate in February 2021, and has led memorial walks with Falz.
- 2025
In 2025 he completed an advanced acting course at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London.
Quick facts
What is Mr Macaroni's real name?
Adebowale Babatunde Adedayo, popularly called Debo.
How old is Mr Macaroni?
He was born on 3 May 1993, so he is 33 in 2026.
Is Mr Macaroni an activist?
Yes. He was a prominent voice in the #EndSARS movement and campaigns for youth voting and civic rights.
Ask about Mr Macaroni
Join askJBoss free to ask questions and answer others.
Questions about Mr Macaroni
No questions yet — be the first to ask. Ask now
Recent news & articles
No news mentioning Mr Macaroni yet.
Community discussions
Nobody has posted about Mr Macaroni yet.
