Years active 1986–present Movies Ti Oluwa Ni Ile, Afonja | Alma mater University of Ibadan | |
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Born 1961 Oru-Ijebu, Ijebu North, Ogun State, Nigeria Occupation Actor
thespian
film producer
film director Awards City People Entertainment Lifetime Achievement Award Similar Yinka Quadri, Yomi Fash‑Lanso, Adebayo Salami, Jide Kosoko, Bolaji Amusan | ||
I do not want to be referred to as a nollywood star dele odule
Dele Odule is a Nigerian film actor, producer and thespian. He was nominated in the "Best Supporting Actor (Yoruba)" category at the 2014 Best of Nollywood Awards for his role in the film Kori Koto. He currently serves as the President of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria.
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Early life and education
Dele was born in the town of Oru Ijebu, in Ijebu North local government of Ogun State in 1961 where he had his basic and secondary school education. He holds a Grade II Certificate from the Teacher's Training College, Oru before he proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Oyo State where he studied Theatre Arts.
Career
Dele started acting in a drama group called Oloko Theatre Group under the mentorship of Mukaila Adebisi. He made his debut appearance in 1986 before he shot into limelight after starring in the movie titled Ti Oluwa Ni Ile. He has since went on to star in over 200 movies.
