Dayo Okeniyi is a prominent Nigerian actor who has made his mark in Hollywood and Nollywood. Born on June 14, 1988, in Lagos, Nigeria, Dayo started his career in acting in 2010 and has since become a known face in the movie industry.
Early Life and Education
Dayo was raised in Lagos, Nigeria, and attended the Government College in Ikorodu. After completing his secondary education, he moved to the United States to pursue a degree in visual communications at Louisiana State University. It was during his time there that he discovered his passion for acting.
Career Beginnings
Dayo started his acting career in 2010 when he landed a role in the Nigerian television series “MTV Shuga”. The series addresses social issues such as HIV/AIDS, sexual behavior, and drug use. The show is popular in Africa and has won several international awards.
Dayo’s outstanding performance in “MTV Shuga” caught the attention of Hollywood producers, and he was subsequently cast in the blockbuster movie adaptation “The Hunger Games”. In the movie, Dayo played the character Thresh, a tribute from District 11.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MTV Shuga | Chris |
| 2012 | The Hunger Games | Thresh |
| 2013 | The Spectacular Now | Marcus |
| 2013 | Runner Runner | Number Three |
| 2015 | Good Kids | James |
| 2016 | Endless Love | Mace |
| 2016 | Eye Candy | Tommy |
| 2017 | Detroit | Aubrey Pollard Jr. |
| 2019 | Wu Assassins | T.K. |
Dayo’s performances have been well-received by critics and audiences alike, and he continues to be a rising star in the industry.
Personal Life
Dayo Okeniyi prefers to keep his personal life private, and not much is known about his marital status. It is known, however, that he enjoys traveling and spending time with his friends and family.
Net Worth
Dayo Okeniyi’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million USD. In Nigerian Naira, this would be approximately ₦387 million. In Canadian Dollars, it would be around CAD 1.3 million, in Ghanaian Cedi, approximately GHS 5.8 million, in Kenyan shillings, approximately KSH 108 million, in South African Rand, approximately ZAR 16.6 million, and in Ugandan shillings, approximately UGX 3.7 billion, and in Indian rupees, around INR 74 crore.
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Dayo Okeniyi has an active social media presence and can be followed on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Awards and Nominations
Throughout his career, Dayo Okeniyi has been nominated for several awards and has won the following:
- 2012, Best Supporting Actor, African Movie Academy Awards (Nominated)
- 2013, MTV Movie Award for Best Fight (Won)
- 2015, Best Supporting Actor, Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (Nominated)
Dayo Okeniyi’s talent and hard work have been recognized by the industry, and he continues to be a force to be reckoned with in Nigerian and Hollywood cinema.