Dalyboy
Dalyboy | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Dalyboy Hyppolite |
| Also known as | Dalyboy Belgason |
| Born | Santiago, Cuba |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, actor, director, producer |
| Instruments | Piano |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | True High Class Entertainment |
| Associated acts | |
| Website | truehighent |
Dalyboy Hyppolite (born July 29) known professionally by his stage name Dalyboy, is a musician, movie director, actor,[1] and, record producer. He is the founder of True High Class Entertainment and Afro Caribbean Lounge.
Early life
Dalyboy was born Dalyboy Hyppolite on 29 July and is a native of Ihiala local government area in Anambra State, Nigeria, and the son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Hyppolite.[2][3] Dalyboy moved to Haiti at age eight where he grew up with his Cuban grandmother Soya Lalane. At 18 he joined the US Army and served for eight years.[citation needed]
Career
In an interview with Independent Nigeria[4] he revealed that he has certification in acting from Barbizon Modeling and Acting School. Dalyboy grew up playing musical instruments in church. In October 2023, his single, "No Money, No Love" appeared on the Apple Music Top 100 Chart.[5] In 2021, his single "Shake It On Gaad" was reported by Daily Times to have surpassed 1 million streams on Spotify,[6] a significant milestone in his career. In September 2024, he released "Body Talk"[7] featuring Pardon C.[8] On 26 November 2024, he hinted the release of his new single,[9] and on the 20 December 2024, He released the song, titled "Omoge",[10][11] according to report, the song is already gaining Airplay's on Radio Stations across Nigeria.[12][13]
Awards
In 2015, his film Heart Breakers Revenge (Ex Games)[14] which he wrote, directed, and acted in, featuring Van Vicker, Brittany Mayti, Billy Williams, Sarodj Bertin received 4 awards with 7 nominations at the MPAH Movie Awards.[15] In 2015 he also received one nomination at the San Diego Black Film Festival,[16] and in same 2015, he received 5 nominations at the Nafca.[17] He also won the Best Movie in Diaspora from the 2020 Red Feather Awards, [18] in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
References
- ↑ Rita Okoye (2020-09-14). "Most producers don't like to feature budding actors – Dalyboy Belgason". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ↑ Benjamin Njoku (2022-11-12). "A journey of creativity and resilience: Dalyboy's story". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ↑ Olonilua Ademola (2019-04-20). "Our goal is to promote love in relationships through music – Dalyboy and Bennie story". Punch Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ↑ Rotimi Agbana (2020-09-17). "Dalyboy Belgason: Filmmaker Charming Movie Lovers With Amazing Stories". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
- ↑ Alao Abiodun (2023-10-26). "Dalyboy's "No Money, No Love" makes Apple Chart debut". The Nation (Nigeria). Retrieved 2024-10-31.
- ↑ Ihesiulo Grace (2021-12-09). ""Shake It On Gaad" by Dalyboy Surpasses 1m Streams on Spotify". Daily Times (Nigeria). Retrieved 2024-10-31.
- ↑ Adebayo Samson (2025-01-14). "Dalyboy to drop video for "Body Talk" in February". Tribune Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-01-21.
- ↑ Taiwo Okanlawon (2024-10-16). "Dalyboy blends Afro-Caribbean vibes with Global appeal in new single "Body Talk" with Pardon C". P.M. News. Retrieved 2024-10-31.
- ↑ "Afro-Cuban sensation Dalyboy gears up for the release of his new single 'Omoge'". Pulse Africa. 2024-11-26. Retrieved 2025-01-21.
- ↑ Wilson Adekumola (2024-12-21). "Dalyboy Belgason unveils new Afrobeat anthem, 'Omoge'". The Punch. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ↑ Patrick Ezema (2024-11-28). "Nigerian-American Artist Dalyboy Hyppolite Gears Up For "Omoge"". The Culture Custodian. Retrieved 2024-12-24.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ Taiwo Okanlawon (2025-01-06). "Dalyboy's "Omoge" enjoys high rotation on Beat FM". PM News. Retrieved 2025-01-21.
- ↑ "Dalyboy's new single 'Omoge' gains massive airplay across radio stations". Vanguard Newspapers. 2025-02-17. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ↑ "REVIEW: Heart Breakers Revenge Delivers a Gripping Tale of Love and Betrayal". The Sun. 2014-06-05. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "2015 Haiti Movie Awards". Le Nouvelliste. 2015-11-26. Retrieved 2020-09-24.
- ↑ "Dalyboy Belgason Earns Nod at 2015 San Diego Black Film Festival". ThisDay. 2015-01-29. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "Oprah, RMD, Vivica Fox, Dalyboy Lead 2015 NAFCA Nominee Lineup". PM News. 2015-07-04. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
- ↑ "Dalyboy Belgason clinches best movie in diaspora at 2020 Red Feather Awards". The Guardian. 2020-12-22. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
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