FUNKE AKINDELE, A LIVING EXAMPLE OF CHASING YOUR PASSION. - M.O Akande

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EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION 

Akindele was born on August 24, 1977, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. Funke is the second of three children (two girls and one boy). Akindele's mother is a Medical Doctor while her father is a retired School Principal.
Acting has always been her calling, but she almost became a lawyer. Funke’s father convinced her to study law after high school. She obtained her law degree from the University of Lagos. While she is not a practising lawyer, Funke said in an interview that she might practise later on in life. She can also fall back on her Ordinary National Diploma in Mass Communications at MOSHOOD ABIOLA POLYTECHNIC, OGUN STATE.
FUNKE'S LIFESTYLE
Funke Akindele’s wedding was one of Nigeria’s biggest news stories of 2016. The actress married Nigerian rapper Abdul Rasheed ‘JJC Skillz’ Bello in a private ceremony in London. Only close family and friends were in attendance. The wedding came as a surprise to Funke’s fans as many only found out about the day via social media.
Funke and JJC Skillz celebrated their third wedding anniversary in August 2019. Funke took to Instagram to share a sweet video of some of their favourite moments together.  JJC Skillz also shared the clip.
Funke Akindele has been plagued by pregnancy rumours for years. According to Google, "Funke Akindele pregnancy" was one of the most searched phrases in Nigeria in August 2017. While Funke did not confirm reports of a pregnancy, her baby bump was visible when she took to the stage at the Glo Network lafta fiesta.
Sadly, several local reports would later claim that she suffered a miscarriage six months into her pregnancy.
While some of Funke’s fans believe she has a  daughter, the actress only has two children – the twins she welcomed in 2018.
One year after her miscarriage, Funke and JJC Skillz welcomed twin boys into the world. Funke gave birth to the boys in Los Angeles, USA, in December 2018. According to reports, the twins were allegedly born through a surrogate. Funke reportedly opted for surrogacy after her 2017 miscarriage and other failed attempts to fall pregnant via costly IVF treatments. Funke is notoriously private about her personal life and has not shared many details about the birth of her children. "Some new reports say actress Funke Akindeleactually her twins via surrogacy. ... However, barely two months after the twins arrived, fresh facts have emerged on the true story behind the pregnancy and eventual birth of the twins. According to insiders, Akindele-Bello disclosed that her twins were born through surrogate."

Aside from her twin boys, Funke is also a stepmother. Her husband JJC Skillz has three children from previous relationships. Tamira, Benito and Josiah have a close relationship with Funke and the blended family often celebrate important milestones and events together.

Funke Akindele net worth

Funke Akindele’s net worth is believed to be around $3.5 million. Not only is she one of the most successful actors in Nollywood but she is also a businesswoman. She is the CEO of SceneOne TV, a production company and streaming service that has produced hit shows such as Jenifa's Diary. Funke also owns an acting school called Scene One School of Drama.
The actress’ popularity has earned her endorsement deals with big brands like Dettol and Keystone Bank.
Funke Akindele runs a non-governmental organisation known as the Jenifa Foundation, which aims at providing young people with vocational skills.


AWARDS RECEIVED

YearEventPrizeWorkResult
2009Africa Movie Academy AwardBest Actress Leading RoleWon
2009 Nigeria Entertainment AwardsBest ActressJenifaWon
20102010 Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Actress in a Leading Role (Yoruba)Oguni AikuNominated
20122012 Nigeria Entertainment AwardsBest ActressTrojWon
2012 Nollywood Movies AwardsBest Actress (Indigenous)Emi AbataWon
2012 Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Actress (English)Married but Living SingleNominated
Zulu African Film Academy AwardsBest ActressMaamiand The Return of JenifaWon
20132013 Nollywood Movies AwardsBest Actress (Leading Role)MaamiNominated
Best Actress (Indigenous)Won
20142014 Nigeria Entertainment AwardsBest Actress (Leading Role)Agnetta O’MpaWon
2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice AwardsBest Actress (Comedy)The Return of Sheri KokoWon
ELOY AwardsBrand Ambassador of the YearOmoWon[29]
20162016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice AwardsBest Actress In Comedy RoleJenifa's DiaryWon
Nigeria Entertainment AwardsBest Actress SeriesNominated
Naija FM AwardsSitcom Of The YearWon
Best Actress in ComedyWon
Africa Entertainment Legend AwardsBest Actress of the YearWon[30]
2016 Ghana Movies AwardsBest Actress Africa CollaborationA Trip to JamaicaWon[31]
2017Africa Magic Viewers Choice AwardsBest TV SeriesJenifa's DiaryWon[32]
Best Actress in a Comedy Movie or TV SeriesWon[33]
A Trip to Jamaica


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Written by: M.O AKANDE
Edited by: A.A OLAYINKA (HEAD GIRL)
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