This Bolaji Amusan profile covers his biography, early life in Osun State, education, including NOUN graduation, Nollywood career, TAMPAN leadership, filmography, family life, net worth, wife, children and latest industry updates.
Bolaji Amusan Biography
Bolaji Amusan is a veteran Nigerian comic actor, filmmaker, producer and director best known by his stage name “Mr Latin”. He was born on 15 October 1966 in Gbongan, Osun State, Nigeria. He became famous in Yoruba Nollywood through his comedy roles and leadership within the industry.
Bolaji Amusan started acting in 1988 and later moved fully into comedy in 1991. The nickname “Mr Latin” reportedly came after producer Akin Ogungbe mistook his French language for Latin during the production of the movie “50-50”.
He currently serves as President of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN).
Net Worth
Mr Latin earns from acting, film production, digital media, and leadership roles in Yoruba Nollywood.
Estimates from entertainment sites place his net worth around $500,000 to $1 million.
He has produced over 40 films, which gives him control over both production costs and distribution earnings.
He runs “Mr Latin TV” on YouTube and streaming platforms, where Yoruba movies, comedy content, and interviews are published. Revenue comes from ads, sponsorships, licensing deals, and online distribution.
He moved into digital platforms after the decline of DVD and CD sales in Nollywood, which allowed him to maintain relevance and income.
Bolaji Amusan produces films independently, and in 2018, he became president of the Theatre Arts and Movie Practitioners Association of Nigeria.
He is involved in talent development through film sets, TAMPAN activities, and the Mr Latin Foundation, where upcoming actors gain practical training in acting, directing, script interpretation, and production work.
Wife and Family
Is Mr Latin married? And who is his wife? Bolaji Amusan is married. His wife is Oluronke Amusan, sometimes called Ronke Amusan. They got married in 1999 and have stayed married since then. She is not a celebrity like him, so she stays mostly out of the public eye. In some reports and interviews, it is mentioned that she has spent time living abroad while he continues his acting and comedy work in Nigeria, but they are still together as husband and wife.
They have children together. In fact, they have two children. The children have largely been kept away from the spotlight, and there is not much detail about them, but they are part of his immediate family.
But is Kola Amusan really his brother? Yes, Kola Amusan is his real brother. This has been confirmed in interviews and reports connected to both of them. Kola Amusan is also involved in acting and filmmaking, but he does not work as closely with Mr Latin on screen, which is why people sometimes think they are not related. However, they are from the same family and are brothers in real life.
Bolaji Amusan (Mr Latin) Films
Early Yoruba Classics (1990s–Early 2000s)
- 50/50 (1992)
- Ebun Igbeyawo (1996)
- Faworaja (1999)
- Nnkan Olomoba (2000)
- Talo n gbemu (2001)
- Mr President (Ààrẹ Apàsẹ Wàá) (2004)
- Eegun Mogaji
- Obajobalo
- Baba Gomina
- Aweni Baku
- Emi Airi
(2006–2013)
- Òfin mósè (2006)
- Ile Itura (2007)
- Baba Insurance (2009)
- Ise Onise (2009)
- Alakada (2009)
- Alakada 2 (2013)
Modern Cinema & Franchise Era (2017–2019)
- Alakada Reloaded (2017)
- The Vendor (2018)
- Pero (2018)
- Odaju (2019)
- Diamonds in the Sky (2019)
Recent Streaming & Cinema Productions (2020–2024)
- Ajebidan (2020)
- Alimi (2021)
- Ejika the Tailor (2021)
- Symphony (2022)
- Orisa (The Deity) (2023)
- Ijogbon (2023)
- Diety (2023)
- Lakatabu (2024)
- Àjọsẹpọ̀ (2024)
- Oba Iberu (2026 production)
Which University Did Mr Latin Attend?
Bolaji Amusan did not go to university straight after secondary school. He had money problems and also started working early in the film industry, so school was put aside while he focused on acting and building his career in Yoruba Nollywood.
Much later in life, after he had already become successful and well known, he decided to go back to school. He wanted to improve himself, learn more, and have a university education even though he was already established in his profession. He was not forced by his job to do it; it was something he chose for himself.
Mr Latin went to the National Open University of Nigeria, which is a school that lets people study while still working. He studied Peace and Conflict Resolution.
He eventually finished and graduated in 2026 with a Bachelor of Science degree in that subject.
Controversies And Celebrity Disputes
Bolaji Amusan is mainly associated with controversies because of his role as president of TAMPAN rather than any personal scandal. He usually comes into public discussion when Yoruba Nollywood actors have public disagreements, since he is seen as part of the leadership responsible for maintaining order in the industry.
A major example was the dispute between Toyin Abraham and Lizzy Anjorin, which began around 2019 as social media arguments and escalated into serious accusations, including defamation claims and police involvement. During the crisis, he and other TAMPAN leaders warned both actresses to stop the conflict because it was harming the industry. He later said the association could not fully resolve it because it had become personal and partly legal, but the situation eventually calmed down and was later described as resolved.
He is also often mentioned in wider debates about TAMPAN’s disciplinary power. Some people believe the association is too strict and overly influential in industry relationships, while others think its rules are necessary to prevent public conflicts from damaging Nollywood. Because of this, his name frequently trends during actor disputes, even when he is only acting as a mediator or spokesperson rather than being directly involved.