Fausat Balogun ‘Madam Saje’ and Husband’s Rare Public Moment in Video Draws Reactions
- A rare video of Nollywood veteran actress Madam Saje and her husband, actor Rafiu Balogun, warmed hearts online
- The Yoruba movie stars attended a couple's retreat during the recent Valentine's Day celebration and it was captured in a now-viral video
- The identity of Madam Saje's husband which had been largely unknown to many, caught social media users by surprise
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Nollywood actress Fausat Balogun, popularly known as Madam Saje, has left many gushing over her rare appearance with her husband, actor Rafiu Balogun.
The movie star, who marked her 66th birthday on February 13, took to her Instagram page to share a video of herself and her husband attending a couple’s programme in Osogbo, Osun state.
Source: Instagram
The Yoruba movie stars were the centre of attention at the event as they answered questions on marriage and their personal lives.
One of the highlights from the retreat was the moment the host jokingly asked if the duo were a couple.
Madam Saje revealed she and her husband have been married since 1978, making it 48 years of marriage in 2026, a remarkable milestone.
What to know about Madam Saje
Fausat Balogun, popularly known as Madam Saje, is the wife of actor Rafiu Balogun, who used to be her boss before they married.
She began acting at age 10 under the tutelage of her boss, now husband, Rafiu Balogun, whom she later married at 18. Their union is blessed with wonderful children.
Madam Saje is famous for her line “O ṣe Baba mi” and her motherly Nollywood roles.
Source: Instagram
The rare video of Madam Saje and her husband at a public event is below:
Reactions trail Madam Saje and husband's video
The video, which has gone viral, has garnered massive reactions, with many applauding the actress’ husband for giving her the chance to shine despite being in the same industry.
Legit.ng compiled some of the comments, read them below:
adekaz_87 commented:
"Since 1978, 48yrs and counting may God continue to protect your union ma&sir."
_MayowaSam wrote:
"Wait, people are just realising that they're a couple?"
AlexFrank822027 commented:
"Wow... nobody knows this man is her husband."
cruise_vibez commented:
"I just love that he husband. Very calm and coll headed man. May God continually bless the family."
oyinade_signature said:
"This baba needs to be given accolades because he free her to do anything that she wants unlike someone people."
baba_mamood commented:
"I’ve been in the industry a decade i never knew this veteran actors are couple ..I’m wowed .no interviews,no drama ..they don’t even talk abt their relationship ..I love this ..somebody remind me the husband’s name."
sisimope said:
"I wonder what daddy’s reaction will always be anytime he is watching mummys tiktok videos Baba go just dey laugh."
Madam Saje reunites with Oluomo
Legit.ng previously reported that Madam Saje once again showed her unwavering support for the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) president, MC Oluomo.
The respected Yoruba actress shared a heartwarming video from a recent event where she was seen warmly reunited with MC Oluomo.
The clip, which also featured popular actor Lege Miami, captured a tender moment between the actress and the transport union boss, drawing attention from fans online.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
