Queen Nwokoye // (born 11 August 1982) is a Nigerian actress.[2][3] She is best known for starring as the lead character in a 2014 film titled Chetanna which earned her a "Best Actress" nomination at the 11th Africa Movie Academy Awards.[4]
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 Nwokoye in 2021 | |
| Born | 11 August 1982[1] Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
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| Years active | 2004–present |
| Notable work | Nwanyi Mbano, The Harvest. Chetanna (2014), Oshimiri |
Early life and education
editNwokoye was born in Lagos State into a Catholic family, but she hails from Anambra State, located in the southeastern region of Nigeria.[5] She started her Education at Air Force primary school. She completed her secondary school education at Queen's College Enugu, before she proceeded to Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra state where she studied Sociology and Anthropology. She grew up with the ambition of becoming a Lawyer.[6] During her time at the university, Nwokoye competed in several pageants, including Miss Royal Crown, Miss Nigeria, and Miss Eastern Campus, winning the latter. [7]
Career
editSince making her acting debut in 2004 in a film titled Nna Men, Nwokoye has gone on to star in several Nigerian films, winning awards and earning nominations.[8][9]
Filmography
edit- Nna Men (2004)
- His Majesty (2004)
- The Girl is Mine (2004)
- Security Risk (2004)
- Save The Baby (2005)
- Back Drop (2005)
- Speak The Word (2006) as Gertrude
- My Girlfriend (2006)
- Last Kobo (2006) as Esther
- Lady of Faith (2006)
- Disco Dance (2006) as Ify
- Clash of Interest (2006) as Marcellina
- The Last Supper (2007) as Ifeoma
- When You Are Mine (2007) as Joyce
- The Cabals (2007)
- Show Me Heaven (2007) as Theresa
- Short of Time (2007) as Mirabel
- Sand in My Shoes (2007)
- Powerful Civilian (2007) as Linda
- Old Cargos (2007)
- My Everlasting Love (2007) as Nancy
- Confidential Romance (2007) as Joyce
- The Evil Queen (2008)
- Temple of Justice (2008)
- Onoja (2008) as Princess
- Heart of a Slave (2008) as Odochi
- Female Lion (2008) as Cindy
- Angelic Bride (2008) as Lilian
- Prince of The Niger (2009) as Kate
- Personal Desire (2009)
- League of Gentlemen (2009) as Tamara
- Last Mogul of the League (2009) as Tamara
- Jealous Friend (2009)
- Makers of Justice (2010) as Cynthia
- Mirror of Life (2011)
- End of Mirror of Life (2011)
- Chetanna (2014)
- Nkwocha (2012)
- Ekwonga (2013)
- Ada Mbano (2014)
- Pretty Liars 1 (2014) as Alice
- Pretty Liars 2 (2014)
- Unbeatable Liars 1 (2014)
- Unbeatable Liars 2 (2014)
- Agaracha (2016)[10] as Agarachi
- New Educated Housewife (2017)
- Blind Bartimus (2015)
- Ada Mbano Reloaded
- Ada Mbano in london
- Evil Coffin (2016)
- Heart of Gold (2019)
- Royal Ghost (2021)
- Love is Enough (2022) as Oluchi
- Strained (2023) as Abigail
- Sweet Jezebel (2023) as Lola
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2011 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress in an English Movie | Nominated | [11] |
| Fresh Scandal Free Actress | Won | [12] | ||
| 2012 | Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Actress in an Indigenous Movie (non-English speaking language) | Nominated | [13] |
| 2013 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Lead Actress in an English Movie | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Indigenous Actress | Nominated | |
| 2015 | 11th Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated | |
| Zulu African Film Academy Awards | Best Actor Indigenous (Female) | Won | [14] | |
| Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role (Igbo) | Won | [15] | |
| 2016 | City People Entertainment Awards | Face of Nollywood Award (English) | Won | [16] |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress –English | Nominated | [17] |
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actress In A Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Nominated | [18] |
Personal life
editNwokoye is married to Oluchi Uzoma with whom she has a set of twin boys and a daughter.[19][20][21]
References
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- ^ "Nollywood: Queen Nwokoye, Rachel Okonkwo allegedly fight over movie role". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ "In Session with the Talented Queen Nwokoye, Ada Mbano Of Nollywood". guardian.ng. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ "Will Ini Edo win 2015 AMAA Best Actress award tonight?". Vanguard News. 26 September 2015. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ Rapheal (12 August 2023). "What upcoming actresses need to do to succeed –Queen Nwokoye". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ H. Igwe (6 October 2015). "I Actually Wanted To Be A Lawyer But It Did Not Work Out – Actress Queen Nwokoye". Naij.com - Nigeria news. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ I've Not Kissed For Real in Movies
- ^ Chidumga Izuzu (11 August 2015). "Queen Nwokoye: 5 things you probably don't know about actress". pulse.ng. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ "AMAA Best Actress: Queen Nwokoye Hopeful To Beat Ini Edo And Jocelyn Dumas". Entertainment Express. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ Latest 2016 Nollywood movie, IrokoTV, retrieved 15 October 2016
- ^ "The 2011 Best Of Nollywood (BON) Awards hosted by Ini Edo & Tee-A – Nominees List & "Best Kiss" Special Award". BellaNaija. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ Osaremen Ehi James/Nigeriafilms.com. "Queen Nwokoye Becomes Busiest Nollywood Actress". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 4 June 2016. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ "Mercy Johnson, Genevieve, Omotola, Others in Hot NMA Fight". Nigerian Voice. Retrieved 19 July 2022.
- ^ Chidumga Izuzu (3 November 2015). "Queen Nwokoye: Actress wins 'Best Actor Indigenous Female' at ZAFAA 2015". pulse.ng. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ Fu'ad Lawal (14 December 2015). "Best of Nollywood Awards 2015: See full list of winners". pulse.ng. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ Adedayo Showemimo (26 July 2016). "Full List Of Winners at 2016 City People Entertainment Awards". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Archived from the original on 8 December 2016. Retrieved 27 July 2016.
- ^ "BON Awards 2017: Kannywood's Ali Nuhu receives Special Recognition Award". Daily Trust. 23 November 2017. Retrieved 7 October 2021.
- ^ "Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees". AMVCA - Full List: Here are all our AMVCA 9 Nominees. Retrieved 23 April 2023.
- ^ "Actress Queen Nwokoye Shares Picture Of Her Twin Sons". INFORMATION NIGERIA. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
- ^ "Actress Queen Nwokoye and husband welcome baby girl (photos)". LAILASNEWS. Retrieved 20 August 2018.
- ^ Simwa, Adrianna (27 August 2018). "Interesting facts about Queen Nwokoye's husband and kids". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 4 November 2024.