Wole Ojo Biography
Wole Ojo is a Nigerian actor. Ojo broke into the Nigerian scene in 2009, after winning the fourth edition of the Amstel Malta Box Office reality show.
At the age of 11, he had his debut stage performance, in commemoration of a children’s day celebration at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs sponsored by UNICEF. He recently won an award for Best Student Actor at the 2010 Peak Awards. He is currently starring in the M-Net hot series, Tinsel.
There is no doubt that he is an upcoming act that you should look out for in the entertainment scene. He has worked with prominent entertainment stars like Tunde Kelani, Wale Adenuga, Michael Udoh, Sadiq Dada, Charles Nov ia, Joke Silva, Femi Oke, Lekan Balogun and Kingsley Omoefe to mention a few.
He also directed a number of plays including; Wale Ogunyemi’s Langbodo, Bode Osanyin’s Beer Parlour Philosophy, Moliere’s A Doctor in Spite of Himself and excerpts from William Shakespeare’s Macbeth.
Wole Ojo Age
Ojo was born on 6 June 1984 in Oyo, Nigeria. He is 35 years old as of 2019.
Wole Ojo Education
He has a bachelor’s degree in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos.
Wole Ojo Wife
The actor is still unmarried.
Wole Ojo Facts
The winner of the 4th edition of the Amstel Malta Box reality show, Adewole Ojo popularly known as Wole Ojo was born on 6 June 1984 in Nigeria. At the age of 11, he had his debut stage performance, in commemoration of a children’s day celebration at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs sponsored by UNICEF.
He recently won an award for Best Student Actor at the 2010 Peak Awards and is currently starring in the M-Net hot series, Tinsel. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos. There is no doubt that he is an upcoming act that you should look out for in the entertainment scene.
Wole has worked with prominent entertainment stars like Tunde Kelani, Wale Adenuga, Michael Udoh, Sadiq Dada, Charles Novia, Joke Silva, Femi Oke, Lekan Balogun and Kingsley Omoefe to mention a few.
He also directed a number of plays including; Wale Ogunyemi’s Langbodo, Bode Osanyin’s Beer Parlour Philosophy, Moliere’s A Doctor in Spite of Himself and excerpts from William Shakespeare’s Macbeth.
Ojo broke into the Nigerian scene in 2009, after winning the fourth edition of the Amstel Malta Box Office reality show.
He recently won an award for Best Student Actor at the 2010 Peak Awards and is the brand ambassador of Amstel Malta. Hence is currently featured on the M-Net hit series, Tinsel.
Wole Ojo Movies
- Maami
- When Fishes Drown
- Conversations at Dinner
- Umbara Point
- Perfect Union
- Brave
- The MatchMaker
- Out of Luck
- Inch Curve
- Beyond Blood
- Entreat
Wole Ojo Interview
How did you get into the movie industry?
I grew up watching television a lot. It was only natural that I got into the industry. I used to finish my homework early so that my mum could let me watch television because I was fond of show business. I also participated in church dramas. At age nine, I was very fond of the kiddies show called Kiddiesvison101. My mum urged me to try my luck to be on the show on NTA and that’s how it began for me. I acted on the show for six years and moved on to family sitcom, One Big Family, which was directed by Sadiq Daba.
What’s been your experience in the industry?
It’s a collage of experiences, not a straightforward movement. The industry is as dramatic as it is on screen. One day, it’s one step forward, another day, it feels like we are taking two steps back. We are in an era where Nollywood is trying to figure itself out; trying to fit square pegs into square holes. The lack of a perfect structure is also making things a bit difficult. However, there’s been great improvement. It may be slow but it’s progressing.
What are the lessons you’ve learned in Nollywood?
Firstly, go for what you believe in. Don’t hesitate to take risks. I like to be careful but with Nollywood, I believe in being daring because if you are too careful, many things will leave you behind. You must make moves and understand that you must pick yourself if you fall.
What do you know now that you wish you knew when you first got to the industry?
I got into the industry because of the passion I had for it. Also, I was a kid. What I wish I knew then was the business side of it; that would have helped me climb faster in my career. It’s one of the deficiencies we suffer in educating people that want to get into the industry, especially those who go to the university or do short courses to study acting. Passion is good but there is a business side to this practice and that aspect is very important.
How did you feel being on set for the first time?
It was magical; everything I dreamt of. I was concentrating and my senses were very high. I didn’t want to mess up hence wanted to seize the opportunity and make it count.
What were the challenges you faced and how is that in comparison to now?
Because I started acting professionally at age nine, I didn’t have challenges. For me, it was fun and I didn’t even pay attention to how much I was earning. Although I was making a lot of money, I always handed it to my parents who would then plan its use properly. My attention wasn’t on the business or the finances or even how crazy the industry was. I was a child who just wanted to act and live my dreams. Now, however, acting has become a source of livelihood for me. It’s more than just a passion now, it’s a job. I’ve even gone to hone my skills with further courses. The challenges in comparison to when I started are different. I have to pay attention to things now and can’t ignore them.
How did your parents react to you wanting to be a full-time actor?
They accepted it because I had been acting since I was a kid. But, I could tell that if they had their way, they would have preferred me doing something else. However, I wasn’t discouraged. They saw the love I had for it as a kid, and I was also doing well in school and getting recognized.
What future plans do you have for your career?
I have plans to work behind the scenes as a director and producer. I’ve actually started working on that. I’m also looking into distribution and owning a studio. Filmmaking is my life and I intend to fully explore a lot of angles in it.
How does stardom treat and affect you?
It treats you how you let it treat you. Fans will see you and react a certain way, probably because of a character you played and even have an opinion of you. It will only affect you as much as you allow it affect you. I’m easy-going and I mind what I let get to me. I’m handling stardom pretty well.
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