Fatai Lalude's Biography: Age, Wife, Son, Net Worth

Fatai Lalude’s Biography: Age, Wife, Son, Net Worth

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Early Life and Education

All his Nigerian fans know him as Fatai Lalude Odualodude, but his real name is Fatai Adekunle Adetayo, and he was born on November 18, 1962, in Abeokuta, located in Ogun State, Nigeria.

Both his education (primary and secondary) was undertaken at Abeokuta, after which he earned his First School Leaving Certificate and West African School Certificate.

Career

In the 1990s, as the Yoruba movie sector gained popularity, movie producers sought actors who could portray roles such as herbalists, spiritual leaders, and diviners in a manner that would appeal to diverse audiences.

He was a good fit for these roles for various reasons, including his deep voice, natural appearance, and the serious expression he often displays.

The first movie that brought him to the spotlight was “Elemosho”, a film in which he played the role of an herbalist, embodying the character’s persona in ways many people at the time hadn’t seen before.

As the years passed, Lalude continued to act in various movies, including “Ofeefe”, “Oba Bi Olorun”, and “Kakanfo”, where he played the roles of an herbalist, diviner, or a man with spiritual powers.

Over the years, this role has become what many people know him for, his identity. No one at the time really thought that there was someone else in the industry who could play that kind of role as convincingly as he.

Acting Style

The reason why many Yoruba people love Lalude is not just because he takes on herabalist roles in his movies, but because of the way he embodies the persona of the character. He wears bizarre traditional clothes, acts with authority, and even clenches his teeth while reciting incantations, which he often does with a loud voice.

Due to his acting talent, he has also been invited by various producers to play roles similar to those of an herbalist, but this time in non-traditional settings. And as you might expect, he still delivers, and his value remains unchanged.

Influence and Legacy in Yoruba Cinema

The impact that he has had on Yoruba cinema and the culture as a whole is significant. Through his roles in the movies he has acted in, he has helped uphold the image of traditional Yoruba culture. Many people who have watched his movies will understand this. His movies also teach people lessons about life, destiny, and morality, while still connecting them to their cultural roots.

Fatai Lalude — Image source: Instagram/Laludefilmproductions

Apart from this, he has also secured a secure spot for himself in the Nollywood industry, making him a top pick for any producer who needs an actor skilled at playing the role of a traditional spiritual leader.

Lalude’s legacy lives on, as he has been able to inspire many young actors interested in playing similar roles. Most of these young actors take a liking to his movies so they can watch and learn from him, using his acting persona as their standard.

Fatai Lalude’s Wife

Over the years, he has ensured that his personal life remains as private as possible, keeping this aspect of his life out of the general public’s view.

Lalude’s Son

One of Lalude’s children, a son, is a popular actor and has appeared in several comedies on social media. The exact year of his birth is not known to the media, but his father, Lalude, always wishes him a happy birthday on April 19th.

Lalude’s Twins

He also gave birth to a set of twins, two girls, whom he always wishes a happy birthday on May 20th, but the exact year they were born is not known to the media.

Fatai Lalude’s Net Worth

The net worth of Lalude is reportedly around $80,000. He earns most of his money from acting (in over 200 movies), his production company, Lalude Film Productions, and from skit making, which is one of his recent ventures.