Simon Guobadia
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Simon Iyore Guobadia (born June 2, 1964) is a Nigerian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and executive producer.
Early life
[edit]Guobadia was born on June 2, 1964 in Nigeria.[1]
Career
[edit]Guobadia founded SIMCOL Petroleum Limited Company in 2010. SIMCOL is a regional fuel supplier, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in the supply and distribution of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) and various grades of gasoline products.[2] He has worked alongside Academy Award winner, Spike Lee to executive produce the 2020 film, Son of the South.[3][4][5]
Guobadia opened Simon's Restaurant in September 2017 in Midtown, Atlanta. The restaurant closed in May 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[6]
Personal life
[edit]Guobadia is a member of Northpoint Ministries. Guobadia has five children and resides in Atlanta, GA.[7]
On November 25, 2022, Guobadia married Porsha Williams. Guobadia was previously married to Falynn Guobadia (née Pina), Williams' co-star on the television show, The Real Housewives of Atlanta.[8][9] In February 2024, Porsha filed for divorce.
References
[edit]- ^ Emily J., Shiffer (September 27, 2022). "Who Is Porsha Williams' Fiancé? All About Simon Guobadia". Peoplemag. Retrieved 2022-11-28.
- ^ "About Us". Simcolgroup. Retrieved 2021-03-19.
- ^ Kenigsberg, Ben (2021-02-04). "'Son of the South' Review: Tale of an Alabama Activist". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ^ "Son of the South". Cleveland Scene. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ^ Leydon, Joe (2021-02-05). "'Son of the South' Review: An Involving True-Life Story About the '60s Civil Rights Movement". Variety. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ^ Nicquel Terry Ellis; Adrienne Broaddus (15 February 2021). "Black leaders want to target federal funds for Black businesses hit hard by pandemic". CNN. Retrieved 2021-09-13.
- ^ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-09-13.
- ^ "RHOA's Nene Leaks Breaks Silence on Estranged Husband Simon's Engagement to Porsha Williams". People. Retrieved 2021-09-30.
- ^ "Porsha Williams and Simon Guobadia Are Married! Inside Their Nigerian Ceremony — the First of 2 Weddings". Peoplemag. Retrieved 2022-11-26.