Mr Macaroni
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Adebowale Adedayo (born May 3, 1993), widely known as Mr Macaroni, is a Nigerian actor, content producer, and comedian. He is recognized for his comedic skits, often featuring the catchphrases "Ooin" and "Freaky Freaky," which frequently address social issues and feature him as a sugar daddy figure. Early Life and Education Adebowale Adedayo was born in Lagos, Nigeria, on May 3, 1993, into a family with both Muslim and Christian traditions. He goes by the names David and Ibrahim. He is an indigene of Ogun State, specifically from Abeokuta. He grew up in the Magodo area of Lagos, where he attended Tendercare International Nursery before continuing primary school education in Ojota and Ogudu. He attended Babcock University High School. Adebowale initially studied Theatre Arts at Afe Babalola University before transferring to Redeemer's University Nigeria in 2013, where he earned a degree in Theatre Arts and Film Studies in 2018. In 2025, he completed the Advanced Acting for Camera course at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, UK. Career Progression and Notable Works Mr Macaroni began his career in 2012, primarily focusing on acting before gaining widespread popularity as a content creator on social media. His transition to creating short comedic skits has been pivotal to his fame. He has also been involved in film, premiering two films at TIFF in 2024. He is known for his content production, maintaining a significant presence across Instagram (@mrmacaroni1), X (@mrmacaroni1), and TikTok (@mrmacaroni1), and has a large following on YouTube, earning the YouTube Gold Award for reaching one million subscribers in December 2025. Major Achievements and Current Status Mr Macaroni is an influential figure in Nigerian comedy and activism. He is a recipient of two honorary doctorates awarded in 2023. His acting work has been critically acclaimed, including winning Best Supporting Actor, Africa at TINFF, and being nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) for his performance in *Lisabi: The Uprising*. He was also listed on YNAIJA & Ebonylife's list of The Nollywood 100. Mr Macaroni continues to be active in the entertainment industry, using his platform for social commentary and producing content.
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