Broda Shaggi Explained
Broda Shaggi |
Birth Name: | Samuel Animashaun Perry |
Alias: | Shaggi |
Birth Place: | Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria |
Years Active: | 2017-present |
Samuel Animashaun Perry, (born 6 July 1993)[1] known professionally as Broda Shaggi, is a Nigerian comedian, actor, songwriter and musician.[2] He is a two-time Best Actor in a Comedy, Movie or TV Series winner at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards in 2022[3] and 2023.[4]
Early life and education
He is a native of Sagamu in Ogun State but born in Ikenne in Ogun state.[5]
Broda Shaggi is a graduate in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos.[6] His father was a drama teacher.[7]
Career
At a young age, he took an interest in acting drama as influenced by his late father who was a drama teacher. He began performing in comedy acts several years ago while in university. He is notable for his satirical plays which he shared on Instagram. He however broke through with his parody drama Jesu in Mushin.[8] He developed several characters before settling on the name Broda Shaggi. He is noted in the business for his comedy and unique character. He has won various awards, including The Future Awards Africa Nigeria Prize for Comedy and the City People Music Award for Comedy Act of the Year.[9]
Broda Shaggi first gained popularity on social media platforms like Instagram, where he posted short comedy skits. His online fame led to opportunities in Nollywood, Nigeria's film industry, where he has featured in several movies and TV shows. He has also released music, including the hit song "Oya Hit Me," which features a fusion of Afrobeat and Fuji music.
Albums
- Oya Hit Me Skits, Vol. 1 (2019)
Extended plays
- Fine Boy Agbero, Vol. 1 (2019) [10]
- Weekend Vibe (2020)
Singles
- "Ori" (2019)
- "Bushman" (2019)
- "Shi" (2019)
- "Serere" (2019)
- "Nor Nor" (2019)
- "Wake up" (2019)
- "Black Skin Boy" (2019)
- "Bolanle" (2019)
- "Amarachi" (2020)
- "Toi Toi" (2019)
- "Star" (2019)
- "Boredom 101" (2020)
- "Kwarantine" (2020)
- "Okoto" (2020)
- "Happy Day" (2020)
- "Cross My Lane" feat. Falz (2022)
Filmography
Awards and nominations
See also
Notes and References
- Web site: Broda Shaggi’s biography: age, parents, net worth, partner . 2023-05-11 . Legit NG. 11 May 2023 .
- Web site: 2020-06-04. Comedian, Broda Shaggi kicks off music career with new EP, 'Fine Boy Agbero'. 2020-06-04. Vanguard News. en-GB.
- Web site: Ijaseun . David . Broda Shaggi wins Best Actor in Comedy at AMVCA 2022 . Business Day NG . May 26, 2023.
- Web site: Ayodele . Racheal . AMVCA: Broda Shaggi wins best actor in comedy . Daily Post NG . May 26, 2023.
- Web site: Amoye . Temisan . 2021-03-13 . Broda Shaggi: When I had my break! . 2022-11-30 . Vanguard News . en-GB.
- Web site: Ileyemi . Mariam . 2023-05-04 . Broda Shaggi joins UNILAG troupe to showcase play at Terra Kulture . 2023-06-02 . Premium Times Nigeria . en-GB.
- Web site: 2020-06-06. Samuel A. Perry: The Man behind the Character of Broda Shaggi. 2020-10-03. Thisday News. en-GB.
- Web site: :Broda Shaggi' Samuel Animashaun Perry Biography's . 2022-07-16 . Biopreneur Nigeria . en.
- Web site: trivalencegolden - Gravatar Profile . 2022-11-23 . secure.gravatar.com.
- Web site: 2020-06-27. Broda Shaggi breaks into music industry with ‘Fine Boy Agbero’. 2021-09-01. Punch Newspapers. en-US.
- Web site: 2018-06-11. Eniola Badmus talks challenge of shooting 'Ghetto Bred' in the slums of Lagos. 2020-06-22. TheCable Lifestyle. en-US.
- Web site: 2019-07-10. Aiyetoro town: Funke Akindele has kicked off 'Jenifa's Diary' spinoff, and it's hilarious. 2020-10-03. Pulse Nigeria. en-US.
- Web site: 2020-02-21. Here's a First Look at 'Fate of Alakada' starring Toyin Abraham & Broda Shaggy. 2020-06-22. Pulse Nigeria. en-US.
- News: 2020-02-20. Namaste Wahala film wey Nollywood/Bollywood collabo do dey totori fans. BBC News Pidgin. 2020-06-22.
- Web site: 2021-07-13. Day Of Destiny - Nollywood Movie. 2021-07-13. 9jaRocks. en.
- Web site: Nwogu . Precious . 2021-06-03 . Check out the new teaser for Kayode Kasum & Dare Olaitan's 'Dwindle!' . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20210603174935/https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/movies/dwindle-movie-teaser/wryb9yr . 2021-06-03 . 2021-06-10 . Pulse Nigeria . en.
- Web site: Net Honours - The Class of 2021. 2021-09-07. Nigerian Entertainment Today. en-US.
- News: Bro Shaggi wins Best Actor in Comedy Movie/Series at AMVCA 8 . vanguard Newspaper . May 14, 2022.
- Web site: Kalu . Esther . AMVCA 2023: Osas Ighodaro, Tobi Bakre, Bimbo Ademoye win big (FULL WINNERS LIST) . Premium Times Nigeria . 2023-05-20 . 2023-05-21.
- Web site: Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees . 2023-04-23 . AMVCA - Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees . en .
- Web site: FULL LIST: Asake, Tobi Amusan, Osimhen nominated for TFAA 2023 . TheCable Lifestyle . 27 September 2023 . 26 September 2023.