Funke Akindele
In short
A Nigerian filmmaker, actress, and producer who is currently making headlines after a kind gesture at a Lagos event moved a young entrepreneur to tears. The entrepreneur wept with joy when Akindele wore a pair of her handmade earrings.
Who they are now
She is a prominent Nollywood actress, director, and producer. She is also recognised as a politician and realtor within Nigeria.
Why they are in the news
People are searching for her because of a recent event in Lagos where she wore handmade earrings from a young entrepreneur, and because veteran actress Bimbo Akintola shared details about her early struggles in the industry.
An example of their work
She is widely famous for her role in the Jenifa franchise, including the sitcom Jenifa's Diary. Her performance in the film Jenifa earned her the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.