Nollywoodseasoned actor Jide Kosoko has been in the headlines over the past few hours. The initial report was when the seasoned actor expressed support for his daughter and actress Temiloluwa Kosoko in the face of online criticism.
The entire episode commenced on social media this past weekend when Temiloluwa Kosoko, the youngest daughter of the actor and the late Henrietta Kosoko, participated in the ongoing #NobodyLikesWomen campaign initiated by Simi.
Temiloluwa Kosoko took the opportunity to disclose how many detractors have consistently undermined her acting talents primarily due to her father’s reputation.
The aspiring actress posted a picture on her Instagram account with a caption referencing insulting remarks from critics, stating, ‘She lacks talent, she is merely benefiting from her father’s favor.’
In another update, Prince Jide Kosoko emphasized that President Mohammadu Buhari is not corrupt.
The seasoned actor revealed that he does not regret supporting President Buhari during the 2015 elections but expressed disappointment about certain actions taken by the President.
Jide Kosoko further commented that Nigerians are merely experimenting when it comes to selecting their President.
The Nollywood star’s recent remarks have been met with mixed responses both on and off social media.
This article centers on what you ought to know about Jide Kosoko, continue reading to discover more.
Profile Summary
Full Name
Prince Jide Kosoko
Gender
Male
Date of birth
12th January 1954
Age
67 years old in 2021
Place of birth
Lagos Island, Ikeja
State of Origin
Lagos state
Nationality
Nigerian
Marital status
Married to Alhaja Karimat
Children
12
Profession
Actor
Jide Kosoko’s Biography
Jide Kosoko was born on January 12, 1954, in the Lagos Island region of Lagos state to a noble lineage, which is the reason he is addressed as Prince Jide Kosoko. Nevertheless, details regarding his parents or siblings are not available.
The seasoned actor had an engaged upbringing in Ebutte Meta; he was born a Nigerian
and reached 67 years in 2021.
Education
Prince Jide Kosoko graduated from Yaba College of Education, Yaba, where he earned an HND in Business Administration. However, at the age of 60, the Nollywood star attended Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, where he acquired a degree in Performing Arts.
Career
Jide Kosoko has been engaged in acting since he was quite young and is among the actors who began as child performers. At just 10 years old in 1964, Jide Kosoko performed in a stage production titled Makanjuola, produced by the Ifelodun Traveling Theatre Group.
Jide Kosoko attracted attention after joining a pidgin English show called Awada Kerikeri, featuring notable artists like Lanre Hassan, Oga Bello, and Sunday Omobolanle.
Throughout the years, he has collaborated with celebrated artists such as Ini Edo, Sola Sobowale, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Jim Iyke, Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji, Desmond Elliot, Sam Loco Efe, Majid Michel, Richard Mofe Damijo, among others.
Personal life
Jide Kosoko has been married to four women, with three of them having passed away, including Henrietta, a Nollywood actress who died in June 2016. Jide Kosoko is currently married to Alhaja Karimat.
The veteran actor is the father of 12 children, though only a handful of them are recognized by the media, including Bidemi, Shola, Temilade, Tunji, Muyiwa, and Tunde Kosoko.
Net worth
Jide Kosoko is reported to have a net worth of $700,000.
