Helen Paul
Tatafo
About Helen Paul
Helen Paul (born 1 May 1983) is a Nigerian comedian, singer, and actress. As a stand-up comedian she is known as "Tatafo", a character marked by a voice range that makes her sound like a child. She broke out as a naughty comic character on the radio programme Wetin Dey on Radio Continental 102.3FM in Lagos, where she was known as Tatafo, a witty kid who lampoons societal issues in a satirical manner.
Born in Lagos, Paul has worked as a freelance and full-time presenter at several Nigerian media houses, including Lagos Television (LTV 8), Continental Broadcasting Service (CBS), and M-Net, where she co-presents JARA on Africa Magic. In July 2012 she released her debut album Welcome Party, which contains Afro-Pop songs such as "Boju Boju", "Vernacular" and "Gbedu". She subsequently released singles including "Take It Back" and, in 2018, "Never Knew". She also opened a bridal and fabric boutique in Lagos in 2012 called Massive Fabrics and Bridals, and in 2014 founded the Helen Paul Theater and Film Academy.
Paul is married to Femi Bamisile and has two sons. In 2019 she obtained her doctorate in Theater Arts from the University of Lagos, which she dedicated to her mother, and in 2021 she relocated with her family to the United States. Her film credits include The Return of Jenifa (2011), A Wish (2012), and Your Excellency (2019). Among her honours, she was named Comedienne of the Year at the 2012 African Film Awards (Afro-Hollywood, UK) and Female Comedian of the Year at the 2011 City People Entertainment Magazine Award.
Videos (330)
Videos 1 to 24 of 330.
15:31Helenpaul on fire at Warri again
245.7K views
18:43@Daystar-NG thanks for the privilege and a wonderful program
101.2K views
6:12WHO WILL WE SETTLE THIS MATTER LIKE THIS
45.5K views
4:52Helen Paul - HOP IN
43.7K views
17:07HELEN PAUL'S BIRTHDAY BREAKS THE INTERNET
42.5K views
3:34Helen Paul - Take It Back Official Video
37.6K views
4:34HELEN PAUL RELEASES NEW SONG TITLED AYE OLE
36.6K views
5:20Helen Paul - CORNER TINZ
27.4K views
45:13Helen Paul - Pastor Tatafo - Ignorance 16
25.5K views
7:50HELEN PAUL KILLS PERFORMANCE AT NIGERIAN BREWERIES
21.1K views
0:41party time with Helen Paul
16.8K views
7:32HELEN PAUL RECEIVES SLAP (Alhaja donjasi)
15.1K views
4:45(Helen Paul) CHURCH FIRE
14.5K views
3:30(Helen Paul as Alhaja don jasi) LAFF MATAZ 19
12.8K views
0:39Helen Paul - Harpic
12.5K views
6:51BEWARE OF MAGUN
11.4K views
1:00Helen Paul (Chief Koleniyan) gives words of wisdom
10.8K views
4:04Helen Paul reveals some secrets
10.6K views
21:56Judge Helen Paul (Naming ceremony)
9.9K views
28:23Helen Paul as a playful judge EPISODE 1
9.3K views
0:58Helen Paul - Golden Morn Dance
9.2K views
3:12(Helen Paul as Alhaja don jasi) Pata Alhaja
9K views
4:29(Helen Paul as Alhaja don jasi) Driver becomes rich man
8.8K views
3:32(Helen Paul) AJINOMOTO for the family
8.7K viewsGuest appearances (22)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Helen Paul.
Guest appearances 1 to 22 of 22.
11:51AY LIVE IN LONDON HELEN PAUL
Ayodeji Richard Makun
1.5M views
19:55SEE WHAT I GO DYE DID TO HELEN PAUL, AY & GORDONS AT AY LIVE IN PORTHARCOURT
Ayodeji Richard Makun
1.2M views
4:50Helen Paul Gets Her Deliverance After Jim Iyke
Ayodeji Richard Makun
665.8K views
4:09Helen Paul Shared Her Marriage Experience - AY LIVE 2011
Ayodeji Richard Makun
490K views
12:40HELEN PAUL, GORDONS & I GO DYE PLEASE, MY SHOW IS A GOSPEL SHOW ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!
Ayodeji Richard Makun
423.9K views
8:09Helen Paul AY LIVE 2017 Easter Sunday
Ayodeji Richard Makun
273.7K views
6:34AY Live Port Harcourt - Helen Paul Picks on I Go Dye
Ayodeji Richard Makun
264K views
5:59POPULAR COMEDIAN HELEN PAUL DECLARED MISSING
Ayodeji Richard Makun
242.9K views
12:17FUNKE AKINDELE // HELEN PAUL // AY // OMONI OBOLI // KLING D DRUNK (STAGE PLAY)
Ayodeji Richard Makun
205.6K views
18:31LONDON MARRIAGE IS GOOD, THE MEN ARE SERVING US - HELEN PAUL
Ayodeji Richard Makun
135.1K views
3:43Helen Paul ooooo AY Live Atlanta
Ayodeji Richard Makun
58.2K views
7:48HELEN PAUL ON LAGBAJA - AY LIVE LAGOS
Ayodeji Richard Makun
44.2K views
3:19AY Live in London 2015 With I Go Dye, Helen Paul, Gordons, Flavour, Acapella, Ajebo...
Ayodeji Richard Makun
42.6K views
4:50Helen Paul about to set UK on fire
Ayodeji Richard Makun
35.8K views
3:59HELEN PAUL HITS ON LAGBAJA
Ayodeji Richard Makun
23.5K views
6:34PROPHET AY // HELEN PAUL // ELENU
Ayodeji Richard Makun
22.6K views
25:02AY, Akpororo, Lil Kesh, Korede Bello, Funnybone, Acapella, Ushbebe, Helen Paul, Still Ringing, Laffh
Ayodeji Richard Makun
9.1K views
6:31Watch Helen Paul at Aylive Lagos
Ayodeji Richard Makun
5.3K views
0:55CRACK YA RIBS UK TOUR 2023 PROMO WITH HELEN PAUL
Julius Agwu
2.9K views
4:31Helen Paul (Countdown to AY Live Easter Sunday 2024)
Ayodeji Richard Makun
2.2K views
0:59JULIUS AGWU, HELEN PAUL, ROMEOWJ, KELVINSAPP IN LONDON FOR CRACK YA RIBS 2023
Julius Agwu
973 views
0:28CRACK YA RIBS WITH JULIUS AGWU UK TOUR 2023 PROMO WITH HELEN PAUL
Julius Agwu
253 viewsChannels on this page: Ayodeji Richard Makun, Julius Agwu
Frequently asked questions
What is Helen Paul's stand-up character called?
She is known as "Tatafo", a character with a voice range that makes her sound like a child, who lampoons societal issues in a satirical manner.
How did Helen Paul break out?
She broke out as a naughty comic character known as Tatafo on the radio programme Wetin Dey on Radio Continental 102.3FM in Lagos.
What is Helen Paul's educational background?
In 2019 she obtained her doctorate in Theater Arts from the University of Lagos, which she dedicated to her mother.
Has Helen Paul released music?
Yes, in July 2012 she released her debut album Welcome Party, featuring Afro-Pop songs such as "Boju Boju", "Vernacular" and "Gbedu", along with later singles.
What comedy awards has Helen Paul won?
She was named Comedienne of the Year at the 2012 African Film Awards (Afro-Hollywood, UK) and Female Comedian of the Year at the 2011 City People Entertainment Magazine Award.
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