Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi, a renowned Nigerian actress, was born in the mid-1970s in Lagos, Nigeria. Her passion for acting began at a tender age of eight, inspired by her aunt and veteran actress, Teni Aofiyebi, whom she would watch on television.
As a child, Funlola would participate in school plays, laying the foundation for her future career in the entertainment industry. Her educational background is equally impressive, with a Certificate in Drama and Theater Arts from Westminster College, London, England, which she obtained in 1992.
To further hone her acting skills and chart a specific course for her career, Funlola took an Intensive Acting Course for TV and Film in 2010 at the prestigious Pinewood Studios, Buckinghamshire, UK. This training has undoubtedly contributed to her success in the industry.
One of Funlola's most notable appearances on television is her 10-season stint on the Mnet daily soap, Tinsel, where she played the formidable and memorable villain, Brenda Mensah. Her outstanding performance earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a TV Show at the 2010 Nigerian Entertainment Awards, held in New York.
