Femi Robinson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Frederick Olufemi Robinson
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| Born | September 27, 1940 Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
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| Died | May 20, 2015 (aged 74) Lagos, Nigeria
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| Other names | Frederick |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1968–1988 |
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| Spouse(s) | Juliana Modupe Robinson |
| Children | 3 |
Femi Robinson was a famous Nigerian film and television actor. He was born on September 27, 1940, and passed away on May 20, 2015. Many people knew him for his main role in The Village Headmaster. In this show, he was called "Ife Araba, The Village Headmaster." Chief Eddie Ugbomah, who used to lead the Nigerian Film Corporation, said Femi Robinson was a true "icon" in the acting world.
Early Life and Education
Femi Robinson was born on September 27, 1940. His birthplace was Bodo, a village near Abeokuta in Ogun State, Nigeria. His family had a background in traditional Nigerian beliefs. He went to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in the early 1960s. There, he earned a bachelor's degree in botany, which is the study of plants. After finishing his studies, he decided to join the Nigerian film industry.
Acting Career Highlights
Femi Robinson began his acting journey in 1968. His first big role was playing Odewale in a play called The Gods Are Not To Blame. This play was written by the Nigerian playwright Ola Rotimi. It was based on an old Greek story called Oedipus Rex.
He also became very well-known for his lead role in The Village Headmaster. This was Nigeria's longest-running television show. It was a soap opera, which is a TV series with ongoing stories. The show ran for many years, from 1968 to 1988. It was written by Olusegun Olusola.
Remembering Femi Robinson
Femi Robinson passed away on May 20, 2015. He died from a heart attack in Lagos, Nigeria. Many important Nigerians shared their sadness about his death. Prince Jide Kosoko, a well-known Nigerian actor, said that Femi Robinson was a true professional. He added that Robinson had helped the entertainment industry in Nigeria a lot.
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria at the time, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, also sent his condolences. He shared his sympathy with Femi Robinson's family.
