Mide Martins
Biography, Age, Mother, Father, Children, Husband, House, Cars, Net Worth & Movies
Mide Martins Basic Information
| Stage Name: | Myde/ Omo Benin |
| Real Name: | Mide Funmi Martins |
| Occupation: | Actress, Model, Thespian, and Movie Producer |
| Date Of Birth/Age: | 12 April 1979 (45 Years Old) |
| Place of Birth: | Ibadan, Oyo State |
| Gender: | Female |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Marital Status: | Married |
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| Height: | 5Ft 5In |
| Net Worth: | $1 Million |
Mide Martins Biography
Mide Martins was born in Ibadan, Oyo State, on April 12, 1979. She completed her elementary education at Community Grammar School in Ibadan and her secondary schooling at Providence Heights Secondary School in Fagba, Lagos. She then enrolled at Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ago Iwoye to complete her studies for an international relations diploma. Mide Martin’s mother is Funmi Martins, a renowned actress who died in 2002 from a cardiac attack. Like her mother, Mide has become well-known for her exceptional performing talent.
Family
Not much is known about Mide Martin’s family to the general public except her late mother, her well-known Stepfather, and a few of her brothers’ and half-siblings’ names. For example, Shina Peters, a Nigerian Juju musician, is not her biological father, even though many of her admirers regard him as such. He is, however, the biological father of Akanbi Ayomipo, the actress’ younger sibling.
Parents
Although it is unclear who Mide’s biological father is, it is known that she is the daughter of the renowned Yoruba actress Funmi Martins, who passed away in 2002 from a cardiac arrest.
Father
Information about her biological father isn’t made public, but it is known that Sir Shina Peter is her Stepfather.
Mother
Funmi Martins was an actress and model from Nigeria. She was well-known for her parts in Eto Mi, Pelumi, Ija Omode, and numerous other films. She was the mother of Mide Martins. In Ilesa, Osun State, Funmi Martins was born in 1963. She lived in Lagos and Ibadan her entire life.
Funmi Martins began her professional life as a model. In the 1993 film Nemesis, she made her acting début under the guidance of Adebayo Salami. She continued appearing in films until her death at 38 from a cardiac attack in 2002.
Siblings
Due to the lack of details about her sister, it is known that she only has two brothers as siblings. Akanbi Ayomipo Peters and Ayo are the names of Mide Martins’ brothers. Damilare Peters is a second stepbrother. However, no information is available regarding Mide Martins’ younger sister.
Children
The well-known actress has two daughters called Omotola Abiodun and Anuoluwapo. Anuoluwapo Abiodun, the daughter of Mide Martins, was born on May 10, 2008.
Husband
She married a director, actor, and her mother’s manager Afeez Owo. And they are blessed with two kids. More than 17 years have passed since the couple got married. However, after nearly three months apart in 2016 due to unreconcilable issues, the couple reconciled and rekindled their romance.
Lifestyle
After her mother passed away in 2002, Mide Martins began her career. She has since appeared in and directed a number of films. She debuted in Mikan Je in 2002, marking the start of her performing career. She rose to fame after being chosen to play Pamilerin’s Friend in Osas (Omoge Benin). Her acting resume lists 14 titles. The actress from Nigeria has also worked in producing. Her filmography includes Onitemi, Omo Oku O’run, and Eru Ele’ru. She is a well-known model in Nigeria who has participated in numerous modeling and fashion events in addition to acting.
She has also had some controversies that surrounded her name. In 2021, she was allegedly said to have neglected her younger brother, the son of her stepdad and famous Afro-juju musician, Sir Shina Peters. It was also rumored that Mide Martins left her matrimonial home at a time when her husband was said to have “domestically abused her.”
In a conversation with Vanguard, she disputed the assertion and claimed:
“That rumor has existed for two years, and I don’t know what engineered it. Even when people see us together, they still don’t believe we aren’t separated. We went to shoot a movie around Ijebu, Ogun state, some time ago, and immediately, some guys sighted us, and they started arguing. One was happy seeing us together, while others said we were only pretending and were mere colleagues. I don’t know how to convince some people. I am happily married and still live under the same roof with my husband.”
Regarding her husband’s alleged “violence,” she said:
“I have been married for 12 years, and my husband has never raised his hand against me for any reason. We have differences as couples, and I believe that is normal. My husband is a very strong man who is so conscious of himself. What he does most times is to walk out when I get on his nerves.”
Net Worth
Mide Martins earns a fortune through her work as a brand representative, model, and filmmaker. According to reports, she has an estimated net worth of more than $1 million.
Cars
Mide’s car collection isn’t entirely known, but it is known that the actress owns quite a few.
House
The home where Mide Martins and her family reside is not made known to the general public or the media. Nevertheless, it is reportedly in Lagos State.
Movies
Martins debuted in 2001’s “Mikan Je,” which marked her acting début. She then received a role in Osas, furthering her rise to fame. (Omoge Benin). A sample of her work includes My Trouble, Haunted Pleasures, Eru Eleru, Arewa, Omo Oku Orun, Orejomi, Ika Niwon, Omo Odo, Akoba, Obinrin, Omoge Olosho, Eburu, Ayewo, and Ipile Mi Ifé owó 1 and 2, Kilebi Olorun, “réjom” Arewà, Makan Je, Onitemi, Amerah, Omoge Lekki, Osas (Omoge Benin), amongst other projects.
She also won the City People Movie Awards for Best Actress of the Year (Yoruba) and Best Supporting Actress of the Year(Yoruba) and a Posthumous Episcopal Award in memory of Funmi Martins, her late mother and actress.
