Sunday Olaolu

Birthplace: Osogbo, Osun State
Occupation: Actor
AKA: Sunday Olaoluwa Afolabi, Sunday Afolabi

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Career Stats

Rising

Movies: 4

Career Overview

Sunday Olaolu has 4 film credits spanning 2025–2026 .

Peak: 2025

Role Distribution

Editor ×3

Production-assistant ×1

Genre Breakdown

Versatility: HighFav: Drama

Drama

Family

Romance

Comedy

Crime

Biography

EARLY LIFE

Sunday Olaolu hails from Osogbo in Osun State and built his career primarily in Yoruba-language cinema and television during the 1990s and early 2000s.

CAREER

Sunday Olaolu is best remembered for his roles in classic Yoruba films. He appeared in popular productions from the 1990s and 2000s, often playing supporting or notable character roles. Notable credits include, Owo Blow (1996), Blind Voice (2019), The Lost Heir (2018), Agogo Èèwò (2002), Venom of Viper 2 (2015). He has also worked as a stage and TV actor, voice artist, and photographer. Despite his contributions to the industry, he has experienced limited visibility in recent years until the viral videos brought renewed attention.

PERSONAL LIFE

Sunday Olaolu has faced significant personal and financial difficulties in recent years. He lost his first wife, which he has publicly stated made life very challenging for him. In 2026, videos of him driving a commercial danfo bus in Lagos went viral, sparking widespread concern and discussions about the welfare of veteran actors in Nollywood. He has since returned to film sets thanks to support from colleagues and fans. He is based in Lagos.