Damilola Bolarinde
- Birthplace
- Lagos
- Occupation
- Commercial Model, International Fashion Model, Fashion Entrepreneur, Actor, Beauty Queen, Advocate
- Alma Mater
- Istanbul Bulge University
- AKA
- QueenDammy
Biography
EARLY LIFE
Damilola Bolarinde grew up in a religious family in Lagos. She had a strict but loving father. She experienced a traumatic tribal riot at the age of 3 or 4, during which she went missing for three days and witnessed killings. Her oldest brother and father passed away within three days of each other. Her mother was an advocate for fashion and encouraged her daughters to pursue careers in the field.
CAREER
Damilola Bolarinde is a professional commercial and international fashion model, having booked major jobs, walked prestigious runways, and collaborated with renowned designers and stylists in Nigeria and Paris. She is the 14th Nigerian Queen and represented Nigeria at the Miss Grand International 2022 pageant, where she was placed in the Top 20 as the only African contestant. She is also a fashion entrepreneur and an actor, notably appearing in the music video for Ladipoe's song 'Know You'. Damilola is a strong advocate for unconventional jobs and career paths, including freelancing, entrepreneurship, remote work, creative arts, and the utilization of digital platforms. She uses her social media presence, workshops, speaking engagements, and online communities to share her experiences, inspire others, and provide practical advice on these alternative career routes. She is currently pursuing a degree in fashion at Istanbul Bulge University.
PERSONAL LIFE
Damilola Bolarinde shares a strong connection with her family, especially her mother, who has been a significant source of inspiration and strength for her. She is spiritual, engaging in daily prayers and meditation, and believes in God's guidance. Her beauty routine focuses on natural products, regular exercise, drinking water, and eating clean, using products like shea butter, coconut oil, body scrub, and black soap. Her personal philosophy in fashion and beauty is to 'Be yourself, wear, and do what makes you comfortable,' embracing diversity and uniqueness without being predictable. She is confident in her natural appearance and does not plan to undergo plastic surgery. Damilola emphasizes being there for her family and hopes to be remembered as someone who positively impacted society and motivated youth.
Filmography
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Box Office
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₦5,331,351.00
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₦21,139,500.00
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₦15,261,240.00
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Popularity Score
Top 98% of African actors
