Yvonne Jegede is a famous Nigerian actress, model, television personality and film producer who became famous after starring in the 2baba’s “African Queen” alongside Annie Idibia.
Today we will be looking at Yvonne Jegede’s biography, family, career, awards, net worth, and everything else you need to know.
Yvonne Jegede Profile
Full name: Yvonne Jegede
Date of birth: August 25, 1983
Age: 35 years
Spouse: Olakunle Fawole
Children: Xavier
Occupation: Actress, model, TV personality, producer
Nationality: Nigerian
Residence: Lagos State, Nigeria
State of origin: Edo State, Nigeria
Net worth: $500,000
Biography
Yvonne Jegede was born on August 25, 1983, in Edo State, Nigeria. She received her primary and secondary school education in Lagos State.
Yvonne later went to the University of Cyprus, where she graduated with a degree in International Relations.
Career
Yvonne Jegede started acting in 2004 when she appeared in the film “Missing Angels,” but came to limelight after appearing in 2Face Idibia’s video clip for his song “African Queen,” released in 2005.
After graduating from University in 2012, Yvonne Jegede came back to the Nollywood scenes. She appeared in films such as “10 Days in the Suncity of the Sun”, “Okafor’s Law” and “Single and Married”. In 2015, she produced her first film, “3 is Company”, in which she also starred.
In addition to acting, Yvonne Jegede is also a model and video vixen. She has appeared in numerous music videos, including Sound Sultan’ Kokose’ and Djinee’ Ego.’
In 2016, she was the cover for the wedding edition of Geneviève Nnaji magazine.
Yvonne Jegede has acted in several movies, some of them include:
• 3 is Company
• The Silver Spoon
• Gone to America
• Strange Affection
• Husbands of Lagos
• 10 Days in Sun City
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
• Missing Angels
• The Sassy One
• Gold Statue
• Climax
• Okafor’s Law
• Single and Married
• Two Hearts That Binds Together
• Side Chic Squad
• Smiles of Sweet Love
• Forget Me Not
• Pot of Life
• True Lies
Personal life
Yvonne Jegede married Olakunle ‘Abounce’ Fawole, the son of the late actress, Bukky Ajayi, in 2018, but the marriage collapsed shortly after her pregnancy. The union was rumored to have failed due to infidelity.
Yvonne Jegede Net Worth
Yvonne has featured in several Nollywood movies and music videos. As of 2020, Yvonne Jegede’s net worth is estimated to be $500,000.
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— Yvonne Jegede (@iamyvonnejegede) May 26, 2020