Yvonne Jegede (born 25 August 1983) is a Nigerian actress, film producer, model, and television personality, notable for producing 3 is Company. She rose to prominence after making a cameo appearance in the music video African Queen by 2Face Idibia alongside Annie Macaulay.
Early Life and Education
Yvonne Jegede was born in Agenebode, Edo State, Nigeria. She completed her primary and secondary education in Lagos State. She later attended Girne American University, where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in International Relations.
Career
Yvonne Jegede started her movie career in 2004 with a role in the Nollywood movie Missing Angels. Her major breakthrough came in 2005 with her appearance in the music video African Queen by 2Face Idibia. After completing her university education in 2012, she returned to Nollywood and starred in several movies, including Okafor's Law, Single and Married, and 10 Days in Sun City. In 2015, she produced her first movie, 3 is Company, where she played the lead character. In late 2016, she was featured on the cover of Genevieve Magazine's wedding edition.
Personal Life
Yvonne Jegede is a single mother and celebrated her son's third birthday on 1 November 2021, highlighting his significance in her life.
Filmography
- Silver Spoon
- Okafor's Law (2016) as Toyin
- A Night Chic Squad
- Shoot to Kill (2016)
- A Night Before (2019)
- Just for Two (2016) as Tessy
- Love and Cancer (2017)
- Rachel's Diary
- Unfinished Business (2017)
- The Axis
- My Best Friend's Wedding (2016)
- A Tribe Called Judah (2023) as Modupe
- Mikolo (2023) as Lola
- Adire (2023) as Shalewa
- Blind Stranger (2022) as Ngali
Awards
- Best Actress of the Year at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards
- Nollywood Most Promising Actress in Nigeria at the City People Entertainment Awards
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Africa Movie Academy Award
- Most Promising Act to Watch at the Golden Icon Movie Academy Awards
- Nigerian Fitness Icon (NFI) award in 2016