Add the first question. Jimmy has three siblings and is the youngest among them. You can unsubscribe at any time. When did you last cry, and why?Yesterday, talking about my brother, who passed away. Jimmy Akingbola was born in London to parents who had emigrated from Nigeria. What has been your biggest disappointment?Not being in Black Panther. [See More], TELEVISION CREDITS : South Bank Show; The Slightly Filthy Show; Doctors; Roger Roger; Stupid; The Crouches; Who Killed PC Blakelock? [20], In 2015 Akingbola plays Baron Reiter in Arrow season 4. What is your most unappealing habit?Jumping in Ubers when I could walk. That's it. * Jimmy co-founded Tri-Force Promotions, an organisation which hosts monthly events for acting professionals to meet, creating opportunities between actors, casting directors, producers and directors across film and TV. [18] Akingbola returned to show his comedy talent in 2010, starring in the BBC2 hit series Rev. [9], Akingbola won his first award (TMA Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor) for the role of Christopher in Blue/Orange,[10] first produced at the Sheffield Crucible Theatre; the production then went on a national tour. What single thing would improve the quality of your life?An in-house chef.

They have one son who is the same age as Kobna and a daughter who is more darker!The first episode had a lot of 1980s music, a bit too much of it. What has been your closest brush with the law?When I was a kid, I was arrested for using an out-of-date travel card; I never did it again. His eldest brother named Sola Akingbola is the head percussionist to British jazz funk band named Jamiroquai and is also lead vocalist at band Critical Mass. Jimmy Akingbola: ‘I’ve had a lot of good kisses.’ Photograph: Leo Holden/Snooty Fox Images. I upgraded from PC to DI! Jimmy Akingbola; 28 June 2020 • 2:59pm. It also failed to set up when exactly in the 1980s this was set in. HOLBY CITY APPEARANCE : Jimmy has made two guest appearances in HOLBY CITY. Follow. [17] In 2009 he played Dean Collier in New Tricks (“Blood Is Thicker Than Water”, S6:E7). Sign up to be the first to know when we launch the new website! He has two brothers and a sister. He also won awards for his roles in Holby City and Rev; his recent TV work includes Kate & Koji, and In The Long Run, with Idris Elba, the third series of which is currently on Sky One. He played Guy Heron in S8 E44 ‘Bad Blood’ and Tommy King in S12 E48 ‘Til the Grave’. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? The source code for the WIKI 2 extension is being checked by specialists of the Mozilla Foundation, Google, and Apple. Early life. I use WIKI 2 every day and almost forgot how the original Wikipedia looks like. Which living person do you most despise, and why?Derek Chauvin [the police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd]. His eldest brother Sola Akingbola is head percussionist to British jazz funk band Jamiroquai and also lead vocalist to African funky roots band Critical Mass. © 2020 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. Our best wishes for a productive day. Was £208 per room per now now only £79 What was the best kiss of your life?I’ve had a lot of good kisses. [7] He worked with rapper and actor Riz Ahmed in the hit play Prayer Room.

We get introduced to Walter's best friend, Bagpipes (Bill Bailey) who lives in the flat upstairs with a leaking bath and partner Kirsty (Kellie Shirley.) I’m very proud of it, because TV in the UK doesn’t have many shows centred around African families. 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Born in London, Akingbola, 42, studied at the Academy of Live & Recorded Arts. I played Herod’s guard; on press night, my sword got stuck in its scabbard and all the kids in the front row started laughing. Jimmy Akingbola: ‘I’ve had a lot of good kisses.’ Photograph: Leo Holden/Snooty Fox Images. (29 Mar 2018).
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View production, box office, & company info. Akingbola’s television roles started with the black BBC sitcom "The Crouches" playing the witty character of Dennis Dutton. Akingbola works with BBC Radio as a regular voice over contributor to several shows including BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and 7. 29.45.1 WEBISODE Mrs Walker-to-Be – 22/8/15, 29.46 Forsaking All Others (Part Two) – 23/8/15, 29.45 Forsaking All Others (Part One) – 22/8/15, 29.44 Knock Knock Who’s There? What is the most important lesson life has taught you?Nothing is guaranteed. Signs that … Brad Pitt and Keira Knightley both scored early roles in scary movies. He played opposite Roger Lloyd-Pack and Shaun Evans in Joe Penhall's award-winning play; it was directed by Kathy Burke. Akingbola is single and lives in London. What makes you unhappy?Racism, death, poverty, war. He has bought his records, sets himself up as a DJ in a local pub and lives the party lifestyle. Valentine's arrival causes a stir, not least with Walter's wife who thinks he will be a bad influence. We have created a browser extension. He was also seen in Most Dangerous Game (2020) for Quibi in which he featured alongside Liam Hemsworth and Christopher Waltz.
However, when his sibling is accused of a serious crime, Walter must choose whether to stand by him or not as their relationship is tested to its limit. [2], In 1996, Akingbola started at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) in Wandsworth, London. Much of the music was from the early 1980s but I think it was set in the mid 80s, it is not made clear.There are strong performances, it has a nostalgic glow like the sitcom Cradle to Grave which was about the early adolescent experiences of writer, presenter Danny Baker. Looking for some great streaming picks?