Nollywood lost a beloved comic actor, Sisi Quadri. He died at the age of 44 due to kidney-related issues. The entertainment industry is mourning the loss of the actor. Here’s what you need to know about this talented Yoruba actor.
Sisi Quadri Biography
The real name of actor Sisi Quadri is Oyebamiji Tolani Quadri, a well-known name in the Nollywood entertainment industry.
He was born on 25 December 1979 in Ibadan, Oyo State of Nigeria to Mr. and Mrs. Oyebamiji. Sisi Quadri has an outgoing personality. He went to primary and secondary school in Ore, Ondo State, and then moved to his hometown Osun.
The actor was known for his comic timing and is a veteran comic actor in the Nollywood film industry. He got his breakthrough in the movie Seniyan Seranko.
He had a great fan following and became a household name among the Nigerian audience. He has entertained the audience through his content on social media.
Apart from acting, he is also a fashion designer and has a big store and a team of workers and designers working with him.
On 1 March 2024, the world lost this talented actor due to kidney-related issues.
Full Name | Oyebamiji Tolani Quadri |
Stage Name | Sisi Quadri |
Born on | 25 December 1979 |
Place of Birth | Ibadan, Osun State of Nigeria |
Nationality | Nigerian |
Profession | Actor, Fashion Designer, Content Creator, Comedian. |
Father.s Name | Alhaji Jimoh Oyebamiji |
Mother’s Name | Iya Elewa |
Siblings | none |
Spouse | Mrs Quadri Oyebamji |
Children | Two sons |
Death | 1 March 2024 |
Early and Personal Life of Sisi Quadri
Sisi Quadri completed his early education in Ore, Ondo State. Later on, he moved back to his hometown, Osun State, and learned the Quran and Arabic as his father wanted him to become a Muslim Cleric.
He was passionate about fashion design, so he enrolled in a fashion school and completed his graduation in 1999. He was an academic person and always wanted to learn new things, so he also got a Diploma Certificate from Iree Polytechnic in his hometown, Osun State.
He got married to Mrs Quadri Oyenamiji and kept his personal life away from the public eye. He has two sons, Olamide Oyebamiji and Hazani Olamilekan Oyebamiji. He often shares his moments with his kids on social media. He is a family man who loves family dearly and always cherishes his time with his family.
Sisi Quadri Acting and Comedy Career
The young boy from Osun state was always passionate about acting. His father’s elder brother introduced him to his mentor Toyin Olaiya who brought him into the acting field. He later on got on the team of Hameeda Shakeem and moved to Lagos where he met many people from the film fraternity of Nigeria.
He started with some minor roles and got his breakthrough in the epic film “Seniyan Seranko,” where he played the role of an insulative personality. After the movie, he became a well-known actor in the industry.
He took a break and came back with another major hit of his career, a comedy movie “Ebudola” in 2020.
After the success of the movie, Part 2 and Part 3 were also made by the movie makers and he took his viewers on a journey of laughter with his brilliant acting and comic timing.
He was featured in many movies like Ololade Mrs Money, Oselu, Lega Gawu, and many more.
He also performed comedy skits, made a name in his comedy career, and became one of the first producers and directors of comedic roles.
He connects to his audience via his movies, comedy skits, or as a content creator.
He has collaborated with many renowned content creators and comedians like Woli Agba, Mr Macaroni, etc. He has a great fan following on social media platforms and created many viral posts and videos.
NET worth of Sisi Quadri
The actor is a well-known name in the Nigerian film fraternity, he is an entrepreneur and content creator. He has various sources of income and his net worth is around $500,000 in 2024.
Over the years, he has done more than 150 movies and established himself as a highly respected actor in the Nollywood entertainment industry. He was a businessman, actor, content creator, fashion designer, and comedian, he balanced all his roles quite well, and his journey is truly an inspiration for many.
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