Rakie Olufunmilayo Ayola (born May 1968) is a Welsh actress known for her work in theatre and television. Ayola has appeared in television shows including Black Mirror, Noughts + Crosses, Doctor Who, Silent Witness, and EastEnders, a number of Shakespearean theatrical performances and feature films such as Great Moments in Aviation, The i Inside, and Sahara. She appeared as Kyla Tyson in the BBC medical drama Holby City from its eighth to the eleventh series.
Who are Rakie Ayola Children?
Rakie Ayola gave birth to her first daughter in July 2004. She is named Tansy. Their second daughter was given birth in 2009. She is called Shani. Rakie Ayola and her husband got married in 2004.
Rakie Ayola grew up in Cardiff, Wales. Membership of the South Glamorgan Youth Choir, South Glam Youth Theatre, Orbit Theatre, and The National Youth Theatre of Wales lead to a 3 Year Acting Diploma at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (entirely funded by South Glam Education Authority)