Nollywood Comic Actor Dejo Tunfulu dies at 31, Cause of Death, Age, Wife, Net worth, Wikipedia & Biography

Dejo Tunfulu was a well-known Nollywood comic actor who, over the years, captured millions of hearts with his excellent comic timing. He began his acting career in 1987 at the Theatre Omode on NTA channel 7 of the Nigerian Television Authority.

Nollywood Comic Actor, Dejo Tunfulu is Dead

Nollywood has yet been thrown into mourning as Yoruba actor, Dejo Tunfulu is confirmed dead. The news was broken by several colleagues of the late actor as they mourn him on their Instagram pages.

The late Yoruba actor recently reportedly suffered unexpected bleeding on the set of his new movie. However, the cause of death of Kunle Mac-Tokunbo popularly known as Dejo Tunfulu cannot be ascertained at press time.

Thousands of people have tributed lovely words for him via their social platforms, and his friends have forwarded the loveable message and comfort for his family at the current date.

Dejo Tunfulu Age, Birthday, Family, and Early Life

Dejo Tunfulu was born on May 31, 1972(Age 52 years), in Idumota, Lagos Island, Nigeria. However, we don’t have any information regarding his parents.

dejo tunfulu family

As of now, we don’t have much information regarding his personal life.

Dejo Tunfulu Career, What was his profession?

In the early 1980s, he began performing in high school when he joined the entertainment society (a school theatrical club) and performed in a few stages plays. He grew up in close proximity to prominent stars such as Fausat Balogun (Madam Saje) and Kayode Olasehinde (Baba Ajirebi) and had the opportunity to learn from them even as a child.

He joined the Akuko Gagara Theatre Group and the Kolawole International Theatre Group a few years later, and made his debut television appearance in 1987 in the Kolawole International Theatre Group’s drama series “Apere Ijongbon.”

He rose to prominence after starring alongside renowned actor Fatai Adetayo in the film “Omo Oran” (Lalude).

Which school did he go to?

He started his education when he attended the Ansar-Ud-Deen primary school in the Lagos Island area of Lagos State and obtained his First School Leaving Certificate. Dejo had his high school education at the Dolphin High School, Ebute Elefun, Lagos Island, Lagos State, and obtained his School Certificate.

He furthered his education by attending the Modern Way Nigeria School of Printing for a certificate in printing.

Was Dejo Tunfulu Married? Who is his wife?

Dejo Tunfulu’s first wife, Adesola Olakunle, had two gorgeous daughters with him. His first wife, though, died in December 2012.

dejo tunfulu wife

Following the death of his first wife, he married Deola Idowu Gunwa, his second wife.

Dejo Tunfulu Net worth, how much does he earn?

His current net worth is estimated to be around $800k at the time of writing.

Is he available on any kind of social media platform?

He is seen active on Facebook as Dejo Tunfulu with 4.6K+ Friends. He is also available on Instagram as @dejomania with 222k+ followers.

Body Appearance of Dejo Tunfulu’s Height, Weight

HeightIn Feet: N / A
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Meter: N / A
Hair colorBlack 
Eye colorBlack
WeightKilogram: N / A
Pound: N / A
Body typeFit
Sexual orientationStraight

Interesting facts about Dejo Tunfulu’s you should be known

NationalityNigerian
EthnicityBlack
Age52 Years
Relationship StatusMarried
SpousesDeola Idowu Gunwa
Children 2

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