“Life is just getting started” – Mama Rainbow makes new decision at 82

Veteran Nollywood actress Idowu Philips better known as Mama Rainbow had made a new decision about life.

The ageless 82 year old versatile actress rocked Instagram with a stunning photo of herself looking beautiful in the Yoruba Aso Ofi.

Mama Rainbow decided to start her life anew as she gears for her 83rd year.

Following the popular saying, “Age is just a number”, Mama Rainbow has refused to age with claims that she is still young at heart.

While deciding to start her life anew, she claimed she feels 45 and fabulous everyday.

“Age is just a number! At 82, I’ve decided life is just getting started. I refuse to get old—feeling 45 and fabulous every single day! Stay young at heart, my friends. #YoungAtHeart #82IsTheNew45 #NeverTooLate #AgelessVibes” happy Sunday my children my family and friends.”

Recall that Mama Rainbow penned an open letter to God after her 82nd birthday.

The energetic Nollywood actress openly appreciated God’s love and faithfulness towards her.

Mama Rainbow, who is one of the oldest living Nollywood veterans, humbly thanked God for guiding and helping her.

She shared a video of herself looking young and energetic on her Instagram page, accompanied by the letter.

She was thankful for the grace, life and mercy that sustained her from birth through every trial and triumph.

She acknowledged God’s unwavering presence, help, and strength during her weakness, as well as her faithfulness and protection.

Kemi Filani recalls that Mama Rainbow bagged a new title at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards AMVCA Night of Icons.

The event, which was held to honour veterans making an impact in the Nigerian movie industry, hosted Mama Rainbow, Richard Mofe Damijo RMD, Kate Henshaw, Chinedu Ikedieze, Bimbo Akintola, Patience Ozorkwo, Joke Silva, Iyabo Ojo and the anchor Bright Okpocha popularly known as Basketmouth.

At the event, the actress bagged the name ‘mother of artists’ which she included in her caption.