Biography

Sydney Talker Biography: Early Life, Career, Films, Girlfriend & Net Worth

Sydney Egere (born January 26, 1996), often known as Sydney Talker, is a Nigerian media personality, comedian, and actor. He is the founder and CEO of Neville Records and has been nominated for SME100 Africa’s 25 Under 25 Award.

Sydney Talker Biography

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Sydney Talker (born Sydney Egere on January 26, 1996 in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria) is a well-known Nigerian comedian and social media influencer. Despite being raised by a single mother, his parents are referred to as Mr and Mrs Egere.

Sydney Egere, also known as Sydney Talker on social media, is a 29-year-old Nigerian comedy actor, influencer, and content producer located in Lagos, Nigeria. He has received considerable acclaim for his inventive and unusual comedic routines, which he mostly publishes on media such as Instagram.

Sydney Talker’s inspiration frequently comes from his surroundings, and one of his skits about “Poor Power Delivery” landed him in the spotlight. He is from Edo State and was reared by his mother after his parents split when he was a child.

Sydney Talker, better known as the Towel Guy, attended secondary school in Lagos before graduating from the University of Benin (UNIBEN) with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

While there is little information about his siblings, Sydney Talker’s tenacity and hard work have helped him become a well-known figure in Nigerian entertainment.

Career

Sydney Talker began his career in 2016 by developing and posting comic sketches on social media platforms, particularly Instagram. He became well-known after his sketch The Poor Power Supply went viral the same year. His distinct facial expressions gave him the nickname “Nigeria’s Mr Bean”, and he became well-known as the “Towel Guy”. As one of Nigeria’s early Instagram sketch creators, he helped shape the country’s online comedy industry.

In 2020, he made his Nollywood debut with the musical flick LOUD. On January 20, 2022, Sydney Talker announced the formation of his record company, Neville Records, via Instagram. He also unveiled his first signee, Khaid, who will release his first song, With You, on January 28, 2022.

Filmography

  • Obara’M (2022) as T-clef

Is Sydney Talker married?

Sydney Talker, 29, looks to be single and unmarried. There is no public evidence that he has children or is in a meaningful long-term relationship. The comedian has been private about his personal life, focusing instead on his business and hilarious material.

In 2021, reports surfaced that Sydney Talker was dating Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham; however, they were never substantiated, and it appears they are only acquaintances and colleagues. He has also been linked to Hameedah and Caramel Plugg, albeit these ties have not been substantiated.

Sydney Talker has come under fire on social media for reportedly collaborating with fellow skit creator Carter Efe to claim ownership of Berri Tiga’s song by attempting to pay him off. Despite the uproar, it has no impact on his dating life.

Sydney Talker Net Worth

Sydney Talker, a well-known Nigerian comedian, with an estimated net worth of $500,000 to $1 million. He has earned these fortunes through a successful career in comedy, which has brought him fame and attention. He also receives compensation from endorsements and sponsorship, as well as from his social media presence and brand affinity.

Social Media

Instagram: @sydneytalker