Rotimi, born Olurotimi Akinosho, is a Nigerian-American actor, singer, songwriter, and model. He is best known for his role as Andre “Dre” Coleman in the Starz drama Power, while also building a music career as an R&B artist.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Olurotimi Akinosho |
| Date of birth | November 30, 1988 |
| Place of birth | East Orange, New Jersey, USA |
| Nationality | Nigerian-American |
| Tribe | Yoruba, Nigeria |
| Partner | Vanessa Mdee |
| Children | Yes |
| Occupations | Actor, singer, songwriter, model |
| Labels | G-Unit Records, Empire |
| Net worth | $1 – $5 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Rotimi was born on November 30, 1988, in East Orange, New Jersey, USA, and was raised in New Jersey. He is of Yoruba Nigerian heritage, which has remained an important part of his identity and artistic influence.
He attended Saint Benedict’s Preparatory School in Newark and later studied at Northwestern University, where he earned a degree in communication with a minor in business. During his younger years, he developed an interest in music and performing, which eventually shaped his entertainment career.
Career
Rotimi began his entertainment career with acting roles in television and film before becoming widely recognized through the Starz series Boss, where he played Darius Morrison. He later gained much broader fame as Andre Coleman in Power, a role that brought him major visibility in the United States and abroad.
Alongside acting, Rotimi pursued music and developed a distinct sound that blends R&B, Afrobeat, and dancehall influences. He released mixtapes and EPs including The Resume, While You Wait, The Beauty of Becoming, and Walk With Me, and later put out his debut studio album All or Nothing.
His music career grew further through well-known songs such as “Love Riddim” and “In My Bed.” He has also worked with major music labels, including G-Unit Records, and has continued to balance both acting and music as parallel careers.
Personal Life
Rotimi is married to Vanessa Mdee, a Tanzanian singer, media personality, and entrepreneur. The couple has kept much of their relationship relatively private, though they have shared public moments about marriage, family, and parenting.
He is known to value faith and family, and these themes often appear in how he speaks about his personal life. His heritage and family life remain important parts of his public image.
Filmography
Television
- Boss
- Power
- Battle Creek
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
- A Luv Tale: The Series
- The Chi
Films
- Black Nativity
- Imperial Dreams
- Deuces
- Burning Sands
- Acts of Violence
- Coming 2 America
- Divergent
Discography
Mixtapes and EPs
- The Resume
- While You Wait
- The Beauty of Becoming
- Walk With Me
Studio Album
- All or Nothing
Notable Singles
- “Love Riddim”
- “In My Bed”
- “Make You Say”
Net Worth
Rotimi’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, based on his earnings from acting, music, and related entertainment work.
Awards and Nominations
Rotimi has received recognition mainly through the popularity and success of his acting and music projects rather than a long list of major mainstream awards. His songs and screen roles have earned him strong fan support and industry attention.
