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Bamike Olawunmi, popularly known as Bam Bam, is a Nigerian actress, model, and presenter. She rose to prominence in 2018 after participating in the third edition of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show.
Early Life
Bam Bam was born on April 23, 1989, in Ogun State, Nigeria. She was raised in a strict Christian household and attended a private school in Lagos. Bam Bam always had a passion for entertainment and pursued it through singing and dancing in her teenage years. She later studied Theatre Arts at the Bells University of Technology in Ota, Ogun State.
Career
Bam Bam started her career as a marketer at the Intercontinental Distillers Limited before she made her way into the Nigerian entertainment space. In 2017, she participated in the Beauty of Africa International Pageant where she emerged as the first runner-up.
The following year, Bam Bam entered the Big Brother Naija house and quickly became a fan favorite. She finished in the fourth position and launched her career as an actress shortly after leaving the house. Bam Bam has starred in several Nigerian movies including the 2018 blockbuster movie, “The Foreigner’s God.”
Filmography
| Movie Title | Year |
|---|---|
| The Foreigner’s God | 2018 |
| Backup Wife | 2018 |
| Inspector K | 2021 |
Bam Bam has also worked as a presenter and was a host on the “Tea Time” show on Wazobia TV.
Awards and Nominations
Bam Bam has been nominated for several awards in her career including the City People Movie Award for Best New Actress (English) in 2019.
Personal Life
Bam Bam is married to her Big Brother Naija housemate, Teddy A. They got engaged in 2019 and tied the knot in a traditional ceremony in September 2019. Bam Bam has kept her personal life private and rarely shares details about her family and personal life on social media.
Cars and House
Bam Bam is a successful actress and has been able to afford a luxurious lifestyle. She has been spotted driving a Mercedes Benz CLA250 and a Toyota Camry. She also owns a house in Lagos, Nigeria.
Net Worth
Bam Bam’s net worth is estimated to be around $400,000 according to several sources. In Nigerian Naira, her net worth is around 165 million Naira. In Canadian dollars, her net worth is approximately 510,000 CAD. In Ghana, her net worth is estimated at 2.4 million GHS. In Kenya, her net worth is about 43 million KES. In South Africa, it is estimated at 5.9 million ZAR. In Uganda, it is approximately 1.5 billion UGX. In India, it is estimated at 30 crore INR.
Social Media
Bam Bam is active on social media and has a large following on Instagram with over 2 million followers. She also has a Twitter account with over 300,000 followers and a YouTube channel where she shares vlogs and updates about her career. Some of Bam Bam’s popular videos on YouTube include:
- The Housemates React to BamBam’s Eviction
- BamBam and Teddy’s Traditional Wedding
- BamBam and Teddy A Performs Together
Bam Bam is a talented actress and presenter who has made a name for herself in the Nigerian entertainment industry. She continues to inspire young women across Africa with her hard work and determination.