Patience Ozokwor Finally Narrates Struggles She Faced Before Fame: “Used to Dress Dead Bodies”
- Nigerian seasoned actress Patience Ozokwor has opened up on an interesting aspect of her younger days
- The much-loved star, who recently made an appearance in Funke Akindele's new cinema blockbuster, had many in disbelief over the jobs she had done in the past
- Speaking during a dinner gathering hosted by her junior colleague, she bared herself and praised the filmmaker for her talent
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Nigerian seasoned actress Patience Ozokwor, aka Mama G, has reflected on her life and the challenges she faced before rising to fame.
Speaking at the pre-premiere dinner for Funke Akindele's film Everybody Loves Jenifa, Mama G revealed that she took on various odd jobs to support her family before achieving her current success.
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As a fellow workaholic, she also praised Funke Akindele for her hard work and dedication.
She said: "Funke Akindele is a very strong woman. I love strong women. I am a strong woman. I am talking about the things that I do at home. I am a very strong woman, I went through thick and thin to become who I am today.
"I used to go to the morgue to dress dead bodies so my children could go to school and eat. I did a lot of things to make my family what they are today.
"You know they say no problem is accepted in his town but in my own place, they appreciate me a lot because they saw me through all these things. That's the way I see Funke. When I see her, I look at myself. She's a replica of who I am."
Patience and other top actors are featured in Funke's new movie, Everybody Loves Jenfia, which premiered on December 13.
Patience Ozokwo receives honorary award
Legit.ng earlier reported that Patience Ozokwo was overjoyed after being awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Theatre and Media Arts.
The award, presented by Achievers Networks Academy, UK, also recognised Yoruba film giants Adebayo Salami and Jide Kosoko for their great contributions to the Nigerian entertainment sector.
Dignitaries, celebrities, relatives, and friends attended the ceremony on Saturday at the University of Lagos' Aderinokun Lecture Theatre in Akoka. The honorees were recognised for their significant efforts in making Nollywood a global phenomenon.
Their lasting impact includes famous performances, mentorship of young talent, and the promotion of African culture via film.
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