Actor and filmmaker, Femi Adebayo, has been selected to join the International Academy of Television Arts, and Sciences.
The prestigious academy is a non-profit membership organization based in New York City, United States of America – and it is known for organizing the International Emmy Awards, a platform that acknowledges excellence in the television industry on a global scale.
“In a momentous stride for the Nigerian film industry, celebrated actor and filmmaker, Femi Adebayo, has been welcomed into the esteemed fold of the International Academy of Television Arts, and Sciences,” the statement that confirmed his membership reads in part.
The statement added: “The International Emmy Awards, organized by the International Academy of Television, Arts, and Sciences, stands as a beacon of excellence in recognizing outstanding television programming produced outside the United States, and Adebayo’s induction onto this international platform serves as an inspiration for aspiring actors and filmmakers across Africa.
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“Also, this achievement not only marks a personal triumph for Adebayo but also underscores the growing influence and impact of African cinema on the global entertainment landscape. It is also a resounding testament to his remarkable contributions to the world of entertainment, particularly his stellar performances in the movies— ‘King of Thieves’, and ‘Jagun Jagun’.”
‘King of Thieves’, which was released in 2022 reportedly grossed three hundred and twenty million, eight hundred and five thousand and one hundred and fifty naira (N320,805,150), making it one of the most lucrative movies of that year.
Adebayo is the son of veteran actor, Adebayo Salami popularly known as Oga Bello.
