| Baba Yabo | |
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| Born | Dèhoumon Adjagnon (1925-03-13)13 March 1925 Porto-Novo, Benin |
| Died | 1 February 1985(1985-02-01) (aged 59) |
| Occupation(s) | Comedian, Actor |
| Years active | 1940–1985 |
Dèhoumon Adjagnon, (13 March 1925 – 1 February 1985) popularly known by his stage name Baba Yabo, was a Beninese comedian and actor. One of the most popular comedy actors in Benin, he revolutionized the world of theater in Benin with his unique comedy style and storytelling.
Personal life
Yabo was born on 13 March 1925 in Porto-Novo, Benin.
He is the father of Frédéric Joël Aïvo.
Career
In the 1980s, Yabo started theater acting with his Towa konou troupe and companion Mamoudou Eyissê alias Mister Okéké and Antoine Sokênou. He exercised the profession of driver to Finance in Benin, then the Lycée Toff I at Porto Novo.
Legacy
There is a 2-meter high statue of Yabo erected in his memory in the Zèvou district in Porto-Novo.
References
- "The artist actor Baba Yabo immortalized in Porto Novo". lavraieinfo. Archived from the original on 30 November 2020. Retrieved 6 October 2020.
- ^ "The comedian artist Baba Yabo passed away 32 years ago". La Nation Bénin, Inc. Archived from the original on 9 October 2020. Retrieved 6 October 2020.
- Dèhoumon Adjagnon dit "Baba Yabo" & la Troupe Towakonou. WorldCat. OCLC 962185562. Retrieved 6 October 2020.
- "Dèhoumon Adjagnon alias Baba Yabo soon immortalized". All Africa. Retrieved 6 October 2020.