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Jay On-Air
Born
Joseph Onaolapo

(1994-05-08) May 8, 1994 (age 30)
Other namesJay On-Air
Alma materAdekunle Ajasin University
Occupation(s)Actor, Broadcaster
Years active2012-present

Joseph Onaolapo (born May 8, 1994), professionally known as Jay On-Air, is a Nigerian actor, radio and television broadcaster, content creator, and event host. A trained journalist, he gained widespread recognition through his comedic skits on social media, where he portrays characters such as "The Finished Lover turned Tech Bro" and "Mrs. Olaitan," a sadistic HR professional.[1]

Early life and career

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In 2016, Onaolapo began his career in the media industry as a radio intern at Orange Radio in Benin, Edo State. In 2020, he furthered his career by joining UFM Lagos.[2]

Onaolapo has frequently discussed how he began creating content and making skits during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, driven by unemployment and depression. His first widely viral TikTok video, a recreation of a Mercy Chinwo performance, garnered 1.7 million views within days. In a December 2022 interview with Zikoko Magazine, Onaolapo revealed that his mother was the first person to recognize his talent for making people laugh.[3]

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Result Reference
2024 Trendupp Awards Force of Online Sensation Nominated [4]
2023 La Mode Awards Content Creator of the Year Nominated [5]

References

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  1. ^ Zikoko (2022-12-23). Jay On Air | First With Zikoko. Retrieved 2024-08-21 – via YouTube.
  2. ^ "How Jay On-Air Turned His Passions Into Streams Of Income - Piggyvest Blog". blog.piggyvest.com. 2022-07-10. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
  3. ^ Zikoko (2022-12-23). Jay On Air | First With Zikoko. Retrieved 2024-08-21 – via YouTube.
  4. ^ Bodunde, Deborah (2024-06-02). "FULL LIST: Tunde Onakoya, Layi Wasabi nominated for 2024 Trendupp Awards". TheCable Lifestyle. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
  5. ^ Peters, Lilian (2023-07-13). "La Mode Awards 2023: Full List of Nominees For the 9th La Mode Awards #greenoctoberevent2023". Retrieved 2024-08-21.