Foluke Daramola

Renowned Nollywood star and philanthropist Foluke Daramola-Salako recently opened up about how her late mother’s profound impact helped keep her marriage intact.

During a heartfelt podcast discussion, the actress affectionately recalled her mother as her closest confidante, emphasizing how her resilience and moral compass inspired her to stay committed to her relationship despite hardships.

Daramola-Salako shared that her mother courageously endured a five-year struggle with stroke before her demise.

“My mom was my rock, my everything. She faced a stroke battle for five long years. Ironically, the year she received her visa during the COVID-19 pandemic was when her health declined. No one could ever replace her.

“Honestly, if not for my mother, my marriage might not have survived. There were moments I wanted to give up, but her unwavering belief in doing what’s right kept me grounded,” she confessed.

The acclaimed actress highlighted her mother’s steadfast devotion to faith, revealing that even through immense suffering, she remained grateful.



“After losing my dad at just 38, she never remarried—her life was a testament to her faith.

“Through all the agony, she never stopped praising God. I still tear up thinking about her because genuine souls like hers are rare,” she shared with deep emotion.

Reflecting on her mother’s timeless elegance, Daramola-Salako admired her natural beauty, untouched by cosmetic enhancements.



“She was stunning in her youth, all-natural—no surgeries, no enhancements, yet she radiated grace.

“I find comfort knowing she’s free from pain now, resting peacefully,” she added, her voice filled with tenderness.