Quick Facts about Peter Fatomilola

He is popular for his role as a spiritual man normally called Babalawo, or Ifa Priest, in most of his movies; he has acted this role majority of the time and has played it perfectly.

The Saworo Ide star has created a niche for himself in the movie industry, earning him a status. He is considered special in the industry to the extent that if he isn’t the one playing the Ifa priest role most of the audience might feel the person acting isn’t acting it well. Here are a few facts about the popular Peter Fatomilola.

Fact 1:  Peter Fatomilola began his acting career in the year 1967, this makes him have about 50 years of experience in the industry.

Fact 2:  Fatomilola’s father was a herbalist, a real Ifa priest, this has been one of his major inspirations in his career.

Fact 3: The celebrity underwent tutelage under the bright Ola Rotimi, the play writer and dramatist.

Fact 4: Asides from being an iconic actor, he was a professor at Obafemi Awolowo University.

Fact5: Peter Fatomilola did not go into the industry with just the learning he gained form Ola Rotimi but with a university degree in Theater Arts which he obtained from Obafemi Awolowo University.

Fact 6: Fatomilola was the first person to act the character Papa Ajasco in long time comedic series produced by Wale Adenuga.

Fact 7: Now retired, the celebrity featured in over 50 movies during his active years, most of them became blockbusters.

It is interesting to know more about the living legend, he has achieved a lot and many people learn from him, he is also a mentor to many actors currently acting.

Writer: Idowu Elizabeth

Editor (s): Idowu Elizabeth & Kabirat Awe

Publisher: Awe Olufunso