- Nigerian skit maker, Oluwadolarz, has disclosed that his stage name has led to misconceptions about his character and reputation.
- In an interview with Open Up Podcast, Oluwadolarz revealed that his stage name originated from his time as a stand-up comedian.
Popular Nigerian skit maker, Ogunleye Olamide Babatunde, widely known as Oluwadolarz, has shared how his stage name has led to misunderstandings about his character and reputation.
Speaking on the Open Up Podcast, Oluwadolarz revealed that his name originated during his early days as a stand-up comedian. He explained that “Dolarz” was coined in 2010 after he made a joke about the fluctuating value of the dollar against the naira, and the name stuck with him ever since.
However, he admitted that the name has unintentionally created problems for him, as many people assume he is involved in fraudulent activities. He noted that some brands have been hesitant to collaborate with him, believing that his comedy career is a front for illicit dealings.
Despite these challenges, Oluwadolarz remains focused on his craft, striving to change the narrative and solidify his reputation in the entertainment industry.
He said, “My stage name started with “Dolarz” first in 2010 when I was doing stand-up comedy. People started calling me “Dolarz” because I cracked a joke about the dollar rising and falling at the time.
“So whenever people are with me, they forget my real name and call me Dolarz because that’s the joke they can remember.
“Around 2014, I started saying “Oluwa is involved” so when people call me Dolarz, I will reply “Oluwa is involved ” and that’s how Oluwadolarz was coined.
“However, because of the name, a lot of people thought I was one yahoo boy or bad guy. Some brands did not even want to be associated with me because of the misconception that I’m just a Yahoo boy trying to cover up with comedy.
“So, I had to start explaining how the name was coined and its meaning.”
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