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Biography
Ayodeji Richard Makun, also known by his stage name A.Y, is a Nigerian actor, comedian, radio and TV presenter, writer, producer and director. Born on 19 August 1971, he hails from Ifon, Ose local government in Ondo State. He is the host of the A.Y live shows and A.Y comedy skits. His first movie, 30 Days in Atlanta was produced by him and directed by Robert O. Peters. He was made a U.N Peace Ambassador in 2009 after winning six awards in 2008. He is the CEO of Corporate World Entertainment Nigeria.
Education
Ayo Makun attended Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State, Nigeria. He graduated (after spending nine years) in 2003 as a theatre arts student. A.Y also won other awards such as the most fashionable student on campus (1999 and 2000); best show-biz promoter (2001); the most celebrated student on campus (2001) and the Jaycee Club socio-personality award (2003).
Career
Ayo Makun came into spotlight after being Alibaba Akporobome's personal assistant and event manager. A.Y also wrote going "A.Y wire" as a guest columnist in The Sun (Nigeria) and Gbenga Adeyinka's "Laugh Mattaz".
Personal life
Ayo Makun is the oldest male child from a family of seven.
Professional life
Ayo Makun directs and acts in one of Nigeria's popular sitcom, AY's crib with Alex Ekubo, Venita Akpofure, Buchi Franklin and Justice Nuagbe. He also hosts one of Africa's largest comedy shows, AY Live featuring comedians like Bovi, Helen Paul and many other comedians. Ayo Makun is also the Chief Executive Officer of Corporate World entertainment, Nigeria. He also owns a club house. As an investor in stand-up comedy, he has influenced upcoming comedians through his AY "Open Mic Challenge".
Events
He was a co-host with Joselyn Dumas at the 2018 Golden Movie Awards Africa held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, Ghana
Awards
2008
- Comedian of the year: Diamond Awards for Comedy
- Comedian of the year: Teens Favorite
- Comedian of the year: MBG Abuja Merit Awards
- Comedian of the year: National Daily Awards
- Comedian of the year: Arsenal Award for Excellence
- Comedian of the year: Mode Men of the year Awards
2009
- U.N Peace Ambassador
2010
- Comedian of the year: Nigerian Entertainment Awards
2013
- Most creative Entrepreneur of the year, (comedy category) :C.E.A.N
- Best Event A.Y Live : NELAS Awards 2018, United Kingdom
Selected filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Being Mrs Elliot | Ishawuru | with Omoni Oboli, Sylvia Oluchi and Majid Michel |
| 2014 | 30 Days in Atlanta | Akpors | with Ramsey Nouah, Lynn Whitfield, Karlie Redd and Richard Mofe Damijo |
| 2016 | A Trip to Jamaica | Akpos | also starring Funke Akindele, Eric Roberts, Dan Davies, Chris Attoh |
| 2016 | The Wedding Party | MC | also starring Adesua Etomi, Sola Sobowale, Banky W and Richard Mofe Damijo |
| 2016 | 10 Days in Sun City | as Akpos | also starring Adesua Etomi, Mercy Johnson, Richard Mofe Damijo, Falz |
| 2017 | American Driver | Ayo Makun | also starring Evan King, Jim Iyke, Anita Chris, Nse Ikpe Etim, Nadia Buari, Emma Nyra, Johnny Dewan, Laura Heuston, McPc the Comedian, Michael Tula, Andie Raven |
| 2017 | The Accidental Spy | John | also starring Ramsey Nouah Christine Allado |
| 2017 | The Wedding Party 2 | MC | also starring Adesua Etomi, Sola Sobowale, Banky W and Richard Mofe Damijo |
| 2018 | Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons | as Ayo Abioritsegbemi | also starringJim Iyke , Ramsey Noah, Falz and Richard Mofe Damijo |
| 2019 | Merry Men 2 | as Amaju | also starring, Jim Iyke , Ramsey Noah, Falz and Damilola Adegbite |