Tony Okungbowa facts for kids
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Tony Okungbowa
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Tony Okungbowa in 2013
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| Born |
Anthony Victor Okungbowa
c. 1967/1968 (age 57–58) |
| Nationality | English-American |
| Other names | Tony Okungbowa, DJ Tony O. |
| Citizenship | American |
| Alma mater | Middlesex University |
| Occupation | Actor, film producer, DJ |
| Years active | 1994–present |
Anthony Victor Okungbowa is an actor, film producer, and DJ. He was born around 1967 or 1968. Tony is known for being the DJ on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He worked there from 2003 to 2006 and again from 2008 to 2013. Later, he came back as a guest. Since 2019, Tony has played the character Kofo in the TV show Bob Hearts Abishola.
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Tony's Early Life and Education
Tony Okungbowa's family comes from Nigeria. He grew up in both Nigeria and London, England. Tony studied drama at Middlesex University in London. In 1992, he moved to New York City to continue his acting studies. Later, in 1998, he moved to Los Angeles.
Tony's Career as a DJ and Actor
Tony Okungbowa has had an exciting career in entertainment. He is well-known for his music and acting roles.
Being the DJ on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
The Ellen DeGeneres Show had a DJ who played music. Tony started this job in 2003. He was the show's DJ until 2006. He then left to focus more on acting. Tony returned to the show in 2007 for a few guest appearances. He came back as the full-time DJ in 2008. He even DJ'd for the 2004 Grammy Awards.
Tony's Acting Roles and Film Production
Tony has appeared in many popular TV shows. These include The X-Files, NYPD Blue, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. In 2014, he was on NCIS Los Angeles.
Tony also helps make movies. He was an executive producer for the film Restless City. He also acted in this movie. Restless City was first shown at the Sundance Film Festival in 2011. Tony became a citizen of the United States in 2013.
Tony's Film and TV Appearances
Tony Okungbowa has been in many films and television shows. Here are some of them:
Films
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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| 1993 | The Punk | Punk Friend #2 | |
| 2002 | The Wild Thornberrys Movie | Ranger | Voice |
| 2003 | Gate to Heaven | Amadou | |
| 2008 | Miracle of Phil | Seth | |
| 2009 | The One Last Time | Scarecow | |
| 2011 | Restless City | Bekay | |
| CIS: Las Gidi | The Tax Man | ||
| 2013 | Mother of George | Biyi | |
| 2014 | Echo Park | Alex |
Television Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1999 | The X-Files | Barnes' Driver | Episode: "The Sixth Extinction" |
| 2000 | Arli$$ | Homeless Joe | Episode: "Where There's a Will" |
| 2001 | NYPD Blue | Tristan L. Gibbs | Episode: "Fools Russian" |
| 2001; 2010 | The Bold and the Beautiful | Diver/Dempsey | 6 episodes |
| 2003–06; 2008–13 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show | Himself/DJ | 1,672 Episode |
| 2008 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Dr. Bakari | Episode: "Trials" |
| 2014 | NCIS Los Angeles | Bakari Deng | Episode: "Exposure" |
| 2015 | Kids Say the Darndest Things Nigeria | Himself/host | 2 episode |
| 2017 | Ballers | Dr. Dester | Episode: "Alley-Oops" |
| 2017 | Ray Donovan | Bolaji | Episode: "Horses" |
| 2019–2024 | Bob Hearts Abishola | Kofo | Main role |
Tony's Music Albums
Tony Okungbowa has also released music albums. These are called mixed compilations.
Mixed Compilations
- 2005: Hollywood Sessions, Vol. 1
- 2009: Total Dance 2009
- 2012: "A Night to Remember"
