Dayo Okeniyi

Dayo Okeniyi

37 · Born: Jun 14, 1988

Personal Details

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BornJun 14, 1988 Lagos, Nigeria

Biography

Dayo Okeniyi, whose first name is pronounced "Die-o" and his last name "Okay-nii-yii", embarked on a theatrical journey during his elementary school years, laying the foundation for a lifelong passion for the performing arts.

In 2003, Okeniyi, the youngest of five siblings, made the significant move from Nigeria to the United States, accompanied by his family. His father, a retired customs officer, and mother, a British literature teacher, were resolute in their decision to secure an education for their children in the United States, providing them with unparalleled opportunities for growth and development.

Dayo Okeniyi's academic pursuits culminated in the attainment of a Bachelor's degree in visual communications design in 2009. Following his college graduation, he made the bold decision to relocate to Los Angeles, driven by an unwavering passion for acting, a vocation that had long been his true calling.

As Okeniyi navigated the competitive landscape of the entertainment industry, he remained steadfast in his commitment to his craft, driven by an unrelenting desire to hone his skills and bring his unique perspective to the world of acting.

Career

2024
Iwájú
Iwájú as Tunde Martins (voice)
Dark Matter
Dark Matter as Leighton Vance
2023
Hypnotic
Hypnotic as River
2022
Fresh
Fresh as Paul
Rise
Rise as Charles Antetokounmpo
2021
2020
Emperor
Emperor as Shields Green
2016
Good Kids
Good Kids as Conch
Shades of Blue
Shades of Blue as Michael Loman
2015
Terminator Genisys
Terminator Genisys as Danny Dyson
2014
2013
Cavemen
Cavemen as Andre
The Spectacular Now
The Spectacular Now as Marcus West
2012