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 Tobi Bakre at the AMVCAs 2020 | |
| Born | 1 June 1994 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 Bakre (born 1 June 1994) is a Nigerian actor, model, host, compere, and photographer.[1] (Not to be confused with British actor Tobi Bakare). 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
[edit]Tobi hails from Ogun State, Nigeria and was born into a family of four children. He is the second son of Chief Olufemi Bakre, the Otunba Bobaselu of Awa-Ijebu Kingdom, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, who is also the Managing Director / CEO of Parallex Bank. [5]
His older brother, Femi Bakre, CEO of Kraks TV[6] 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, following his father's footsteps who went to the same university and studied the same course.[7][2][8]
Career
[edit]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.[9] In 2018, 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.[10]
Personal life
[edit]Tobi Bakre is married to Anu Oladosu, they welcomed their second child on the 19th of September of 2023. Tobi and Anu have 2 children, a boy and a girl.[11]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Mokalik | Goke | with Simi directed by Kunle Afolayan |
| 2019 | Fix Us | Jojo | with Yvonne Nelson, Yvonne Okoro |
| 2019 | Sugar Rush | Andy | with Adesua Etomi, Bimbo Ademoye, and Bisola Aiyeola |
| 2020 | RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story | Ike | with Stan Nze, Osas Ighodaro, Bucci Franklin |
| 2020 | Sanitation Day | Dead Guy | with Blossom Chukwujekwu, Elozonam, Nse Ikpe-Etim |
| 2021 | The Blood Covenant | Eddy | with Uzor Arukwe, directed by Fiyin Gambo |
| 2021 | Unintentional | Ladi | with Kate Henshaw-Nuttal, Efa Iwara, Omowunmi Dada |
| 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 |
| 2023 | The Bloom Boys | Inspector Daniel | with Bolanle Ninalowo, Timini Egbuson |
| 2023 | Sabinus the Bestman | Paul | with Sophia Chisom, Stephanie Aleye Chiori |
| 2024 | Farmer’s Bride | Femi | with Femi Branch, Gbubemi Ejeye |
Television
[edit]| 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 |
| 2024 | Postcards | TV Series |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2020 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actor –English | Nominated | [12] |
| Most Promising Actor | Nominated | [13] | ||
| 2021 | Net Honours | Most Popular Media Personality (Male) | Nominated | [14] |
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actor in a Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Won | [15] |
| The Future Awards Africa | Prize for Acting | Pending | [16] | |
| Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Won |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "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.
- ^ "Oluomo Femi Bakre, wife, Funke bag Chieftaincy titles at Awa-Ijebu - GREAT ACHIEVER MAGAZINE". www.greatachievermagazine.com.ng. Retrieved 19 July 2024.
- ^ "First photos from the traditional wedding of BBNaija star Tobi Bakre's brother Femi". Legit Nigeria. Retrieved 9 January 2020.
- ^ "Parallex Bank MD wins ``Banker of the Year 2023". Champion Newspapers LTD. 21 February 2024. Retrieved 19 July 2024.
- ^ "BBNaija: Tobi Bakre's painting keeps fans guessing". The Punch. 6 April 2018.
- ^ "Tobi Bakre: I really enjoyed being 'Oba'". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 14 April 2023. 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
[edit]- Tobi Bakre at IMDb
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