Taye Arimoro is a Nigerian Nollywood actor who has quietly built a solid reputation in the entertainment industry. Born on October 14 in Ilesha, Osun State, he’s known for bringing depth and authenticity to every role he takes on. Standing at 6 feet tall with a natural presence on screen, Taye has worked on over 30 film and television projects, earning recognition for his versatility and the analytical way he approaches character development.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Taye Arimoro |
| Date of Birth | October 14 |
| Place of Birth | Ilesha, Osun State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Osun State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | 1 son |
| Occupations | Actor, Model, Entertainer, Voiceover Artist |
| Net Worth | $100,000 USD (approximately ₦140,000,000 Naira) as of 2026 |
Early Life and Education
Taye grew up in Ilesha, Osun State, in a Yoruba Christian family. He’s a twin with a sister and comes from a large polygamous household where his mother is his father’s youngest wife. Acting found him early, he won Best Actor at secondary school stage performances and competed in stage play competitions between 2007 and 2008.
Before films, he worked at his brother’s record label, Knighthouse Entertainment, learning the business side of entertainment. He later studied Chemistry at the University of Lagos, which likely explains why he’s so thoughtful when building characters.
Career
Taye’s big break came when he joined Ndani TV’s web series “Game On” that ran from 2020 to 2022, playing Osaze (sometimes credited as Tega). Working alongside emerging actors like Omowunmi Dada and Eso Dike, his performance caught the attention of respected director Niyi Akinmolayan and Anthill Studios, which opened up bigger opportunities for him.
Since then, he has appeared in productions like “The House of Secrets” where he played Malik in a psychological thriller, and “Casa de Novia,” a CGI-heavy film where he played twin characters named Efosa and Esosa. He also showed up in “Small Talk,” “Locked,” and “Secret Lives of Yahoo Boys.”
In 2024, Taye spoke openly with Pulse Nigeria about losing roles because he didn’t have enough Instagram followers, admitting that the industry puts pressure on actors to build social media presence.
He has since grown his Instagram to around 7.9 million followers. His recent work includes “Love Reset,” “Thicker Than Water,” “Twin Deception,” “Son of the Soil,” “Freedom Way,” and “Red Circle.”
Personal Life
Taye keeps his personal life relatively private. He’s single and not married, but he is in a relationship with a girlfriend whose name he hasn’t shared publicly. He prefers to keep his relationship off social media, which is pretty rare these days.
He has one son with his partner. Taye is a Christian, belongs to the Yoruba tribe, and has a tattoo on his hand that reads “One Step At a Time”, a reminder of his journey.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Taye Arimoro’s net worth is estimated at around $100,000 USD, which translates to approximately ₦140,000,000 Naira, a reflection of the steady work he’s been doing in the industry over the years.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Between Salt And Sugar | – | Film |
| 2026 | The Other Side of the Bridge | – | Film |
| 2026 | After The Chase | – | Film |
| 2025 | A Very Dirty Christmas | Dave | Film |
| 2025 | Promise Me December | – | Film |
| 2025 | Roxy | – | Film |
| 2025 | Son of the Soil | Shaka Bulla | Film |
| 2025 | Reason With Me | – | Film |
| 2025 | Freedom Way | Doctor Cheta | Film |
| 2025 | Red Circle | – | Film |
| 2025 | Breaking The Rules | Chucks | Film |
| 2024 | Roses And Ivy | Lanre | TV Mini-Series |
| 2024 | Inside Life | – | Film |
| 2024 | A Night in 2005 | Paul | Film |
| 2024 | When Love Strikes | – | Film |
| 2024 | Criminal | Officer Bade | Film |
| 2024 | Casa de Novia | Efosa & Esosa | Film |
| 2023 | Ègún | Inspector Mbah | Film |
| 2023 | Small Talk | – | Film |
| 2023 | Slum King | – | Film |
| 2023 | The House Of Secrets | Malik | Film |
| 2023 | A Romantic Comedy Featuring Lara and Tobi | Tobi | Film |
| 2023 | Grind | – | Series |
| 2022 | Ile Owo | – | Film |
| 2022 | Mo X Mel | Mohammed | Film |
| 2020-2022 | Game On | Osaze/Tega | TV Series |
| 2019 | Encounters | Steve | TV Series |
| 2019 | Locked | – | Film |
| 2018 | Sweet Revenge | – | Film |
| 2013 | Secret Lives of Yahoo Boys | – | Film |
| 2013 | Ojo’s in d’ House | Samuel Ojo | TV Series |
| – | Broken Portrait | – | Film |
| – | Feudal Crossroads | Cabbie | Film |
| – | Family Weekend | Bello | Film |
Awards and Nominations
| Award | Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFDA (African Fashion Designer Award) | 2024 | Best Next Rated Actor | Won |
| Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards | 2025 | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated (for “Son of the Soil” as Shaka Bulla) |
| BON Awards | – | Most Promising Actor | Nominated |
| Secondary School Stage Performances | – | Best Actor | Won |
| Stage Play Competitions | 2007-2008 | Best Actor | Won |
