Bukky Wright, Shan George and Toyin Adewale are three of the most respected actresses in the Nigerian movie industry. With decades of hardwork and experience between them, they are all known faces with undeniable talent.
But, how well do you know these renowned Nollywood actresses?
Apart from being multi-award winning role interpreters, do you know they all have sons who have ventured into music?
In this piece, NET profiles their musician kids.
Ojay Wright
OJayy Wright (Olugbenga Amu-wright) is the first child of famous Nollywood actress,Bukky Wright. Ojayy is pop artiste who describes his style of music as a fusion of pop and afrobeat.
A pharmacy graduate of Rutgers University, New Jersey, U.S.A, Ojayy has churned out several songs which include Kritical 265, Hello among others.
Jagaclyde
Rising singer-cum-rapper, Jagaclyde is the second son of star actress Shan George. Jaga as he’s fondly called started his music career as an undergraduate of University of East London.
Upon returning to Nigeria after his graduation in 2014, he released his debut single titledSummer Rose. The video of the song features a cameo appearance from his actress mother.
Mayorkun
Toyin Adewale and her son Mayorkun
Davido‘s HKN’s new act, Mayowa Adewale popularly known as Mayorkun is the first child of top Yoruba actress, Toyin Adewale. Interestingly, his dad is a songwriter and film director, who has been in the entertainment industry for over 25 years.
The ‘Eloko’ singer got signed on to Davido’s label after the HKN co-owner saw a video of him singing on Instagram.
A University of Lagos graduate, Mayorkun who started singing at a very young age, left his banking job to pursue a career in music.
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