Bimbo Ademoye is one of new Nollywood’s most reliable stars — the Covenant University graduate behind fan favourites like Backup Wife, Selina, Jagun Jagun and Reel Love.
Quick facts
| Name | Bimbo Ademoye |
|---|---|
| Born | 4 February 1991, Lagos |
| Education | Business Administration, Covenant University |
| Debut | Where Talent Lies (2014); first feature It’s About Your Husband (2015) |
| Breakthrough | Backup Wife (2017) |
| Award | AMVCA Best Actress in a Comedy/TV Series (2023) for Selina |
| Recent films | Selina’s Wedding, Big Love, Jagun Jagun, Hotel Labamba, The Thing About Men, Reel Love, Suky |
Starting out
After studying business at Covenant University, Bimbo started acting with the short film Where Talent Lies (2014). Her role in Backup Wife (2017) earned her an AMVCA nomination and made producers take notice.
Rising star
She has become one of the busiest actresses in the industry, moving easily between comedy, romance and drama, including Netflix’s epic Jagun Jagun (2023). Her lead role in Selina won her the AMVCA for Best Actress in a Comedy/TV Series in 2023.
Net worth and businesses
She earns from film and TV roles, YouTube films and brand partnerships. Celebrity net worth figures online are mostly guesses — none of the big numbers you see are verified, so treat them with care.
