Funke Akindele- Bello Biograpghy: Early Life, Education, Age, Career, Children, Marriage and Networth

Funke Akindele-Bello is a Nigerian actress, producer, and director. She was born on August 24, 1977 in Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria. Her early life was spent in Lagos, Nigeria where she completed her primary and secondary education. She later attended the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic where she studied Law. She began her acting career in the late 1990s and early 2000s, appearing in several Nigerian films and television series. She rose to fame in 2008 with her lead role in the popular television series “Jenifa,” which she also produced. The show was a critical and commercial success, and earned her several awards and nominations for her performance. In addition to her acting career, Akindele is also known for her work as a producer and director. She established her own production company, Scene One Productions, in 2009, through which she has produced several successful television series and films, including “Jenifa’s Diary” and “Industreet.” Awards Won by Funke Akindele Best Actress Leading Role at Africa Movie Academy Awards 2009 Best Actress at Nigerian Entertainment Awards 2009 Best Actress at Nollywood Movies Awards 2012 Best Actress at Zulu African Film Academy Awards 2012 Best Actress (Indigenous) at Nollywood Movies Awards 2013 Best Actress (Comedy) at Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards 2014 Brand Ambassador of the Year at ELOY Awards 2014 Best Actress (Leading Role) at Nigerian Entertainment Awards 2014 Best Actress in Comedy at Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards 2016 Sitcom of the Year at Naija FM Awards 2016 Best Actress Africa Collaboration @ Ghana Movies Awards 2016 Best Actress of the Year at Africa Entertainment Legend Awards 2016 Best Actress in Comedy Movies at Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards 2017 Best Lead Actress at Nigerian Entertainment Awards 2017 Akindele has also been recognized for her philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and women’s empowerment. She is a UNICEF ambassador for maternal and child health and has also been named as one of the 100 most influential people in Nigeria by New African Magazine. She has also won several awards and nominations for her works such as Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and Best Actress in a Comedy at the AMVCA She is married to Abdul Rasheed Bello popularly known as JJC Skillz and the couple is blessed with two children. Aside from her twin boys, Funke Akindele is also a stepmother. Her husband JJC Skillz has three children from previous relationships – Tamira, Benito, and Josiah – who have a close relationship with Funke and the blended family often celebrate important milestones and events together. Funke Akindele’s fans were beside themselves with excitement when word got out that she was set to star in Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War movie. The rumors started when Funke’s name appeared on a cast list shared on IMDb. However, her addition on the list was the result of a hack and she did not actually appear in the blockbuster movie. 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’s popularity has earned her endorsement deals with big brands like Dettol and Keystone Bank. Reports about Funke Akindele’s death have been greatly exaggerated. A fake news report claimed in 2017 that the actress died days after giving birth. The report also claimed that her husband, Toafiq Alhassan, confirmed the birth and her passing. However, Funke did not have a husband named Toafiq in 2017 or any other year of her adult life. The only loss Funke’s family suffered in 2017 was the death of an unborn child.