Ngozi Ezeonu's biography: all there is to know about the Nollywood icon

Ngozi Ezeonu is a hugely popular Nigerian actress and former journalist. She began her acting career when she was cast to play Nkechi in Nneka the Pretty Serpent, a Nollywood film released in 1994. Since then, she has appeared in more than 200 Nollywood movies, earning several awards. Most of her film roles involve a portrayal of a motherly figure.

Ngozi's numerous acting credits have seen her become an inspiration to many upcoming Nollywood actresses looking to achieve similar longevity in Nigeria's acting industry. Who is Ngozi Ezeonu? Here is a quick look at the biography of Ngozi Ezeonu.

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Ngozi Ezeonu's biography

The renowned actress was born on 23rd May 1965. This makes her 58 years old as of 2023. She was born to D.O Ikpelue and Ezenwanyi Joy Nonyelum and grew up alongside five siblings.

Which state is Ngozi Ezeonu from?

Ngozi was born in Owerri, the capital city of Imo State in Nigeria, located in the heart of Igboland. She is a native of Ogbunike, a town in the Oyi local government area of Anambra State.

What tribe is Ngozi Ezeonu?

Ngozi Ezeonu is an Igbo woman.

Education

She attended primary and secondary states in Owerri before landing her first job as a hairstylist in a beauty salon in Owerri. After working for a short while, she enrolled at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) for a diploma course in journalism.

Career

Shortly after completing her diploma, Ngozi worked as a journalist for a few months, working as a radio anchor at Radio Lagos. She then left the station and joined EKO FM, which would then be her last journalism-related workplace.

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In 1993, she left the journalism industry and ventured into acting, landing her first major acting role a year later.

Becoming an actor

Ngozi Ezeonu was introduced to Nollywood in 1993 by a film producer known as Zeb Ejiro, who offered her a role in her debut movie, Nneka the Pretty Serpent. The movie, which was a massive hit, cast Ngozi into the limelight, marking the beginning of her illustrious acting career.

Since then, the renowned actor has more than 200 acting credits to her name and is still quite active to this day. According to her IMDb profile, here are a few of Ngozi Ezeonu's movies and TV shows.

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What is Ngozi Ezeonu's net worth?

According to Glusea, the renowned actress has a net worth of about $700k. Ngozi Ezeonu has amassed her net worth through a successful career in the Nigerian film industry.

Is Ngozi Ezeonu married or not?

The popular actress is currently divorced. Ngozi Ezeonu's ex-husband is Edwin Ezeonu. The two began having problems in their marriage in 2013 and eventually finalized their divorce proceedings in 2015 at a High Court in Ikeja.

Who are Ngozi Ezeonu's children?

The actress and her ex-husband were blessed with four children: Ogechukwu Edwina, Chidera, Melveen, and the lastborn daughter, whose name is not widely known.

Ogechukwu's birthday is on 5th September. She studied at the Houdegbe North American University. She is currently working at a company called Cregital as a UI & UX designer and Front-End developer.

Chidera was born on 30th April, and Melveen, currently attending Madonna University, was born on 17th October.

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Ngozi Ezeonu's family photos

Ngozi is quite active on social media, especially on Instagram. While she frequently shares photos related to her career, it's rare to find her posting pictures of her family. Here is an old photo of her kids.

Ngozi Ezeonu's daughter's pictures

Ngozi Ezeonu's daughter, Ogechukwu Edwina, got married through a traditional wedding ceremony held on 15th February 2020. This occasion was attended by prominent Nigerian elites, and here are a few snapshots capturing moments from that occasion.

Ngozi Ezeonu's weight and height

The actress is 5 feet 6 inches (168 centimetres) tall and weighs 150 pounds (68 kilograms). She has brown eyes and black hair. Her body measures 36-28-36 inches at the bust, waist, and hips, respectively.

Ngozi Ezeonu's news

The veteran Nollywood actress was recently appointed as an International Peace Ambassador. She confirmed this appointment on her Instagram page, expressing gratitude to God for the recognition.

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Ezeonu celebrated this achievement by stating that it adds another feather to her cap, and she now goes by the title "Amb. Chief Ngozi Ezeonu."

Fun facts

Here are some interesting facts about the celebrated actress.

• Besides acting, she is also an accomplished entrepreneur and philanthropist.
• She was awarded as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2011.
• Her Instagram account has more than 1.6 million followers as of writing.

Ngozi Ezeonu is undoubtedly one of the most decorated actresses in the entertainment industry. Her over 200 acting credits are among the most of any actor in Nollywood. She has become quite the inspiration for the younger generation of actresses in the country.

Legit.ng recently published an article about the richest Nollywood actors. The Nigerian film and television industry is among the most vibrant in Africa, producing hundreds of films and TV shows every year. At the heart of the industry are numerous talented actors who play significant roles in bringing fictional characters to life.

Some of these actors have made quite a fortune from their acting skills. These include industry veterans and hugely talented up-and-coming actors. Who are the wealthiest Nollywood actors, and how much are they worth?

Source: Legit.ng