Nigerian actor
Enyinna Nwigwe
Born September 18, 1982 Nationality Nigerian Citizenship Nigerian Education Economics,University of Calabar Alma mater University of Calabar Occupations Actor film producer entrepreneur Years active 2005 — present Notable work Games Men Play
Chief Enyinna Nwigwe (born September 18, 1982) is a Nigerian actor, producer, and entrepreneur. He is best known for playing Nonso in The Wedding Party 2 [ 1] [ 2] Black November [ 3]
Early life and education
Nwigwe was born on September 18, 1982,[ 4] Obiangwu , Ngor Okpala , in Imo State to Nigerian parents. He studied at the University of Calabar , in Cross River State, Nigeria and holds a degree in economics.[ 5]
Career
Nwigwe began his career as a print and runway model before transitioning to professional acting.[ 6]
His first feature was in a 2004 film, Wheel of Change ,[ 7] [ 8]
In 2012, he joined the cast of Black November Kim Basinger , and Vivica A. Fox , Akon , and Wyclef Jean . In 2017, he played the lead role in the South African movie, All About Love which won the best film, Southern Africa, at the AMVCA .
In 2019, Nwigwe played the role of Obinna Omego in the remake of the Nigerian film, Living in Bondage: Breaking Free [ 9] Eagle Wings .[ 10] Badamasi President of Nigeria .[ 11] Africa Movie Academy Awards , for his portrayal of President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida in the film.[ 12]
Nwigwe's portrait by Nigerian-American photographer Iké Udé was selected to permanently be on exhibition[ 13] [ 14]
Personal life
Nwigwe lives in Lagos State , southwestern Nigeria.[ 15] Nigerian Chief .[ 16]
Filmography
Film
Television
Awards and nominations
References
^ "The Wedding Party 2": Taking Nollywood Global" . The Guardian Life . 17 December 2017.^ "This Nollywood Star Is On a Mission to Become a Master Actor—and He's Well On His Way" . Okay Africa . 26 February 2018.^ Izuzu, Chidumga. "Enyinna Nwigwe: 10 things you didn't know about "Black November" actor" . Pulse Nigeria . Retrieved 4 July 2017 . ^ "All About Enyinna Nwigwe's Marriage" . Dnbstories.com . Retrieved 30 March 2023 .^ "Biography/Profile/History Of Nollywood actor Enyinna Nwigwe – Daily Media Nigeria" . Daily Media Nigeria .[permanent dead link ] ^ "Enyinna Nwigwe – Runway model to award-winning actor" . Guardian Nigeria . 9 June 2017. Archived from the original on 30 June 2017. Retrieved 5 July 2017 .^ "Meet Enyinna Nwigwe - The talented and good-looking Nigerian born Nollywood Actor and Producer on an impressive climb to stardom" . Talk Media Africa . 22 December 2014.^ "Enyinna Nwigwe: Here's everything you need to know about actor's "unusual" character in "Suru L' ere" . Pulse Nigeria . Archived from the original on 1 August 2017. Retrieved 5 July 2017 .^ " . Thisday Nigeria .^ "Nigeria's first-ever military movie 'Eagle Wings' premieres in Lagos" . Premium Times Nigeria . 8 March 2021.^ "Filmmaker tells IBB's story in biopic film 'Badamasi: Portrait of a General' . Premium Times Nigeria . 18 October 2019.^ a b "Film on IBB gets AMAA 2020 nominations" . News Express Nigeria .^ "Moving Nigerian filmmaking beyond Nollywood" . CNN.com . 2 October 2018.^ "Nollywood actor Enyinna's portrait selected for American museum" . The Nation Online . 3 February 2021.^ "Enyinna Nwigwe talks acting in Borno, not leaving Nigeria for Hollywood" . The Cable Lifestyle . 28 March 2021.^ "Nollywood Star, Enyinna Nwigwe, Gets Chieftaincy Title For Philanthropic Activities" . The Leadership . 29 May 2022.^ Chinepoh, Cosson (26 February 2022), Love Trap , retrieved 20 June 2024 ^ Ebrechi, Kennedy. "Sony Pictures Television Unveils Enyinna Nwigwe As Host For "Pyramid Game Show Nigeria" . The Nigerian Voice . Retrieved 9 October 2023 . ^ "Oprah Winfrey, Vivica Fox, RMD, AY & Others make Nollywood & African Film Critics' Awards (NAFCA) Nominees List" . Nollywood Observer .[permanent dead link ] ^ "City People Entertainment Awards 2016: "Suru L"ere," "Tinsel," Adeniyi Johnson, Mide Martins among nominees" . Pulse Nigeria .^ "Behold hot steppers and winners at BON awards 2020" . Vanguard News . 12 December 2020. Retrieved 11 October 2021 .^ Edeme, Victoria (11 September 2021). "BBNaija Pere bags 'Best Actor' nomination in 2021 BON Awards" . Punch Newspapers . Retrieved 17 September 2021 . ^ "2022 Africa Magic Awards Nominees don land- See who dey list" . BBC News Pidgin . Retrieved 26 March 2022 .
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