Ayodeji Richard Makun, known professionally as AY, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and television host, writer, producer, and film director. Ayo Makun hosts the AY live shows as well as the AY comic skits.
30 Days in Atlanta, his first film, was produced by him and directed by Robert O. Peters. He was appointed as a United Nations Peace Ambassador.
Table of Content hide 1Biography 2Career 3Movies 4Awards 5Net worth 6Family 7Mabel Makun age 8ConclusionBiography
Ayo Makun was born on August 19, 1971, in Ifon, Ose Local Government, Ondo State. He was known as Warri Boy since he was a child and still goes by that moniker. As a child, Ayo ‘AY’ Makun was not recognised for his brilliance, but his ability to read circumstances and identify opportunities made him a force to be reckoned with in his community.
He had his university education at the Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria. He graduated after nine years as a theatre arts student in 2003. He was also a socialite who spent most of his vacations with friends, especially at social occasions in Warri’s popular areas. He was also noted for his impeccable fashion sense, having paid close attention to his appearance as a teenager. His ability to work hard and his good sense of humour helped him gain more influence at school.
AY won awards, including the Jaycee Club socio-personality award (1999 and 2000), best show-biz promoter (2001), most celebrated student on campus (2001), and the most fashionable student on campus (1999 and 2000).
Career
After serving as Alibaba Akporobome’s personal assistant and event organiser, Ayo Makun rose to prominence. As a guest columnist for The Sun (Nigeria) and Gbenga Adeyinka’s Laff Mattaz, he penned AY wire.
He was also a guest on Oppa Williams’ comedy show, Night of a Thousand Laughs, before hosting his TV and radio shows.
On his broadcasts, Ayo ‘AY’ Makun also hosts and presents. AY Live, one of Africa’s biggest comedy shows, is conducted annually and features prominent comedians such as Bovi, Helen Paul, Seyi Law, Elenu, and many others. During the live event, a variety of musicians play.
The hardworking Nigerian comic has also paved the way for considerable breakthroughs in the comedy industry, with the Open Mic Challenge consistently delivering new talent. He is also the Chief Executive Officer of Corporate World Entertainment, Nigeria, and the owner of a posh nightclub in Lagos.
He co-hosted the Golden Movies Awards Africa in Accra, Ghana with Joselyn Dumas in 2018.
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Movies
Ayo ‘AY’ Makun has also worked in the film industry in recent years. He has appeared in several films, including:
- Being Mrs Elliot
- 30 Day in Atlanta
- A Trip to Jamaica
- The Wedding Party 1 and 2
- 10 Days in Sun City
- American Driver
- The Accidental Spy
- Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons
- Merry Men 2
- Christmas in Miami
Awards
Ayo ‘AY’ Makun is one of Africa’s most well-known comedians, with a long and famous career spanning different parts of the Nigerian entertainment industry. Among the honors bestowed upon him are the following:
- Comedian of the Year, Diamond Awards, 2008.
- Teens Favorite Awards, Comedian of the Year, 2008
- National Daily Awards, Comedian of the Year, 2008
- UN Peace Ambassador, 2009
- Nigerian Entertainment Awards, Comedian of the Year, 2010.
- Creative Entrepreneurs Association of Nigeria (CEAN), Most creative Entrepreneur of the year, (comedy category),2013.
- Best Event AY Live, NELAS Awards 2018, United Kingdom, 2013.
Net worth
Ayo Makun is the richest comedian in Nigeria. With over 20 million admirers across his various accounts and pages, Ayo ‘AY’ Makun is the most followed Nigerian comedian on social media.
With a current net worth of N3.2 billion ($7m), he is also one of the country’s most influential figures.
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Family
Ayo Makun is the first of seven children. Ayo ‘AY’ Makun, a popular comedian, is married to Mabel Makun. They exchanged vows in 2008 and have been together since then. Their children are Michelle Makun and Ayomide Makun, who was born many years after the former.
In the Nigerian entertainment industry, he has siblings Yomi Casual, a fashion designer; Lanre Makun, Bimbo Makun-Olukoya, and Morenike Makun.
Mabel Makun age
Mabel Makun is a famous interior decorator and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Midas Interiors. Mabel Makun was born on March 30, 1986, making her 36 years old this year.
Conclusion
Ayo Makun is one of the best comedians in the country. His sense of humour, hard work, and determination have made him a household name in the comedy industry. His works are not just known in Nigeria but all over the world.
He is an inspiration to upcoming comedians. He is also a great actor, writer, and producer; some movies he has produced have broken records in the Nigerian movie industry.
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