Bolaji Badejo

From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia

Bolaji_Badejo_in_suit,_1979_by_Mike_Sibthorp
Bolaji Badejo
OccupationActor


Bolaji Badejo was a Nigerian actor best known for his portrayal of the titular character in the 1979 science fiction horror film Alien. Badejo's performance as the Alien creature in the film was praised for its eerie and otherworldly quality.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Little is known about Bolaji Badejo's early life, including his birth date and birth place. He was a relatively unknown actor before being cast in Alien.

Career[edit | edit source]

Bolaji Badejo's brief acting career consisted of his iconic role in Alien. His tall and slender frame, standing at over 7 feet, made him the perfect physical specimen to bring the Alien creature to life on screen. Badejo's performance, combined with the innovative creature design by H. R. Giger, contributed to the film's lasting impact on the science fiction genre.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Despite his limited acting career, Bolaji Badejo's portrayal of the Alien in Alien remains a standout performance in the history of cinema. His work on the film continues to be celebrated by fans and critics alike.

Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD