Nollywood stars console Biola Bayo after revealing marriage separation

Nollywood actress Biola Bayo has received an outpouring of love and support from her colleagues after publicly revealing her separation from her husband.

The Yoruba film star, in a message shared on social media to mark her estranged husband’s birthday, disclosed that they have been separated since April 2024.

Despite the personal pain, Biola said they have chosen to co-parent their son “maturely and peacefully.”

Addressing fans and followers who may feel disappointed, Biola Bayo tendered a sincere apology and admitted that she had hoped her marriage would work.

“It’s best to stay alive to tell the story,” she wrote, urging her supporters to keep her family in their prayers. She also opened up about the emotional toll of the past 14 months, revealing that she often comforts others while silently battling her own sorrow.

“Almost every night for the past 14 months, my pillow has been soaked with tears,” she wrote. “I smile and make others happy, yet I return to cry myself to sleep.”

Following her revelation, numerous Nollywood stars took to her comment section to offer prayers, love, and emotional support.

Mosun Filani wrote, “It is well. God be with you and strengthen you. Sending you much love and hugs.”

Toyin Adewale responded with a heartfelt cry, “Ha! Oluwa I…”

Funmi Awelewa said, “It is well ma’am. Love you always, sis.”

Yewande Adekola Abiodun added, “May God continue strengthening and empowering you. God gat you all day every day. Sending you lots of love and hugs.”

Alesh Sanni reacted, “Oh my God,” while Aisha Lawal offered comforting words, “Aunty Biola. It is well with you.”

Bukunmi Oluwashina commented, “It is well, big sis. Sending you loads of love and hugs.”

Regina Chukwu echoed, “Biola, it’s well.”

Veteran actress Bukola Arugba reflected, “Sometimes I ask, who will put smiles on the face of the one who finds joy in putting smiles on the faces of others? Abiola, the same God that uses you to put smiles on the faces of others will put a big and genuine smile on yours in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.”

Jayeola Monje simply exclaimed, “Moku o,” expressing shock and sympathy.