I Dated Veekee James – DeeOne Opens Up About Past Romance, Responds to “Unserious” Claim

Comedian DeeOne has confirmed that he once had a romantic relationship with celebrity fashion designer Veekee James, responding to her recent comments labeling him as “unserious.” Veekee had previously described DeeOne as someone who shouldn’t be taken seriously, prompting him to share his side of the story on Instagram. DeeOne revealed that he and Veekee James were involved back in 2018, shortly after his Big Brother Naija stint. He explained that he values his freedom and does not like being controlled, recalling instances where Veekee would ask him to buy things for her, which he felt was inappropriate. “There’s no bad blood, and it’s not that I didn’t treat her well,” DeeOne said. “Some people in the industry know about this, even her husband Mr. Femi James knows. I just don’t like being controlled or constantly messaged for favors. I’m a boyfriend, not a house help.” Despite the past, DeeOne expressed goodwill toward Veekee and her husband, saying he is a fan of their work and has moved on. He also advised fans not to take celebrity issues personally, noting that some details of the entertainment industry are not widely known. “To be honest, I wish them the best. I’m not a hater and I have moved on,” he added. “But from me, it’s all love. Don’t take all this personally—there are things in the entertainment industry people don’t know about, and the reason I’m saying this is because she’s the one that talks negatively about me.”

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DeeOne Sets Record With 52-Hour Stand-Up Comedy Marathon In Lagos

Comedian and former Big Brother Naija star DeeOne has successfully completed a 52-hour stand-up comedy marathon in his bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest comedy performance by an individual. The event kicked off at midnight on October 2 and ended in the early hours of Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Pallazzo, Ikeja, Lagos. The venue was packed with fans, supporters, and colleagues who came out to cheer him on throughout the marathon.

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DeeOne Begins 40-Hour Stand-Up Comedy Marathon in Attempt to Break Guinness World Record

Nigerian comedian DeeOne has begun a 40-hour stand-up comedy marathon in a bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest performance. The comedian, whose real name is Aderombi Adedayo Martin, received official approval from Guinness World Records for the attempt, which started at midnight on Thursday, October 2, in Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos State. During the marathon, DeeOne updated fans on his progress, tweeting: “39 hours in. We are closing in on the world record. We are also closer to our goal.” The attempt is being closely supervised, with officials keeping a visible timer to ensure all Guinness standards are met. Social media has been flooded with clips showing DeeOne performing continuously for a live audience while the record attempt is tracked. The marathon highlights DeeOne’s endurance and dedication, as well as the increasing global recognition of Nigerian comedians. Fans and fellow entertainers have lauded his determination, noting the inspiration such an achievement brings to the Nigerian entertainment scene. As DeeOne pushes toward the finish line, fans and the comedy community alike are eagerly watching to see if he will officially secure a new world record.  

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