Who is Eddie Kadi and what is his net worth?
EDDIE Kadi has been confirmed for the brand new series of Strictly Come Dancing 2023.
Recognised as one of the most globally celebrated stand-up personalities, here is everything you need to know.
Who is Eddie Kadi and what is his net worth?
Eddie Kadi is a comedian, presenter and actor born on May 18, 1983, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
He moved to South-West London in 1992 and was a past student of Fulham Primary School.
He then went on to attend Kingston University from which he graduated with BSc Honours in Media Technology.
As of 2023, it is believed that Kadi has an estimated net worth of £5 million.
What has Eddie Kadi presented?
Kadi was the first British black comedian to headline the O2 Arena in London.
He has hosted the official red-carpet shows for BET International and BET Africa in Los Angeles.
He has also graced the main stage as host for the Afro Nation Festivals across the globe.
Kadi presents the BBC’s Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show and has hosted the Mobo Awards.
He is currently in the process of producing his own documentary with Channel 4.
In 2023, the 40-year-old was nominated for both the Royal Television Society’s Best Breakthrough Award and Best Breakthrough Presenter at the Edinburgh TV Awards.
What has Eddie Kadi starred in?
Eddie has appeared on TV shows including Tonight with Target, Don’t Hate the Playaz and Blankety Blank.
He is also a team captain on ITV’s Sorry I Didn’t Know.
In August 2023, it was announced that he has joined the 2023 lineup of Strictly Come Dancing.
He joins Amanda Abbington, Angela Rippon, Layton Williams and Krishnan Guru-Murthy in the line-up for the new series.
The news of Kadi’s involvement in Strictly was revealed on his Radio 1Xtra show, The Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show on August 6, 2023.
Speaking about taking part in the show, he said: “WOW. Anyone who knows me, understands that music and dance is so important and central to who I am.
“I’m so unbelievably proud and honoured that Strictly and the BBC have asked me to join the 2023 team.
“I promise you, I’m going to give it everything I’ve got. This is going to be a VIBE.”