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Mama Rainbow celebrates 83rd birthday, 60 years of acting

Veteran actress Idowu Phillips, popularly known as Mama Rainbow, is celebrating her 83rd birthday and 60 years of acting.

• October 16, 2025
Mama Rainbow
Mama Rainbow

Veteran actress Idowu Phillips, popularly known as Mama Rainbow, is celebrating her 83rd birthday and 60 years of acting.

In an Instagram post on Thursday, the actress shared breathtaking photos from her 83rd birthday photo shoot, captioned, ‘Happy 83rd birthday and 60 years on stage to myself’.

She wrote, “

🎉
💖

Today, I celebrate 83 years of life and 60 unforgettable years on stage! What a journey it has been, filled with music, memories, love, and endless gratitude.

“I thank God Almighty for the gift of life, strength, and purpose. Every day, every song, every stage has been a blessing.

“To my family, your love has been my foundation. To my fans, friends, and lovers at home and abroad, you are my heartbeat. Your love, support, and prayers have carried me through every season

❤️

.”

She thanked her team and her son, Femi Phillips, who is her manager, for their loyalty, dedication, and creativity over the years.

Mama Rainbow said, “A special thank you to my son, my manager, my baby, and my close friend. You are my pillar, my daily joy, and the reason I keep shining. Your dedication keeps my legacy alive. 

🌟

 @officialfemiphillips.

“To my team, thank you for walking this journey with me, for your loyalty, creativity, and care through the years.

“As I turn 83, I’m filled with nothing but gratitude, grace, and joy. 60 years on stage and still counting. The show goes on, and the love continues

🎶
✨

️! From my heart to all of you – thank you for making my life this beautiful

❤️
💫

.”

(NAN)

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