Yvonne Jegede
Yvonne Jegede | |
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| Born | August 25, 1983 Agenebode, Edo State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | University of Cyprus |
| Known for | Producing 3 is Company |
| Notable work | Missing Angels |
| Spouse | Olakunle Fawole |
| Children | Xavier Jegede |
Yvonne Jegede is a Nigerian actress,[1] film producer, model, and television personality;[2] notable for producing 3 is Company. She rose to prominence after she made a cameo appearance in the music video African Queen by 2Face Idibia alongside Annie Macaulay.[3]
Early life and education[edit]
Yvonne Jegede was born in Agenebode, Edo State, south-south Nigeria on the 25th of August 1983. She had her primary and secondary education in Lagos State, Nigeria, before proceeding to the University of Cyprus, where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in International Relations.[4]
Career[edit]
Yvonne Jegede started her movie career in 2004 when she featured in the Nollywood movie Missing Angels. Her first major camera debut came up in 2005 with her appearance in the now popular music video African Queen by 2Face Idibia. After her university education in 2012, she came back to Nollywood and starred in movies including Okafor's Law, Single and Married and 10 Days in Sun City.
In 2015, she produced her first movie 3 is Company where she starred as the lead character.[5]
In late 2016, she was the cover in the wedding edition of Genevieve Magazine.[6]
Personal life[edit]
On 1 November 2021, Yvonne Jegede, who is a single mother, celebrated the third birthday of her son, and spoke of his importance in her life.[7]
Filmography[edit]
- Silver Spoon
- Okafor's Law
- A Night Chic Squad
- Shot to Kill
- A Night Before
- Just for Two
- Love and Cancer
- Rachel's Diary
- Unfinished Business
- The Axis
- My Best Friend's Wedding
- A Tribe Called Judah
- Mikolo
Awards[edit]
- Best Actress of the Year at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards
- Nollywood Most Promising Actress in Nigeria at the City People Entertainment Awards
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Africa Movie Academy Award
- Most Promising Act to Watch at the Golden Icon Movie Academy Awards
- Nigerian Fitness Icon (NFI) award in 2016
References[edit]
- ^ Okporu, Rachel (2021-11-08). "'You celebrities started it' Fans react as Yvonne Jegede laments how people now measure wealth and success by social media posts". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 2022-03-15.
- ^ Olowolagba, Fikayo (22 June 2018). "Yvonne Jegede challenges Atuma to name prostitutes in Nollywood". Daily Post. Retrieved 16 October 2018.
- ^ Izuzu, Chidumga (25 August 2016). "5 reasons to love "The First Lady" actress". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 16 October 2018.
- ^ Anonymous (9 April 2017). "My big boobs not my selling point". Punch. Retrieved 16 October 2018.
- ^ Izuzu, Chidumga (17 June 2015). "Movie starring Yvonne Jegede, OC Ukeje, Wole Ojo gets DVD release date". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 16 October 2018.
- ^ Peters, Seyi (16 December 2016). "Yvonne Jegede Covers Genevieve Magazine's Annual Bridal Issue". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 16 October 2018.
- ^ Female Blogger (1 November 2021). "Yvonne Jegede showers praises on son as he clock 3". AprokoHub. Retrieved 1 November 2021.