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Regina Chukwuactress, film producer and director.[3]
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Born | 23 March[1][2] |
Citizenship | Nigeria |
Alma mater | Lagos State Polytechnic |
Occupation | Film actress |
Early life and education
editRegina Chukwu was born in Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, but she is from the Eastern part of Nigeria, Enugu State[4]. She attended Alimosho Primary and Grammar School before she later proceeded to Lagos State Polytechnic.[5][6]
Personal Life
editShe was married two decades ago and is blessed with two precious children, a boy and a girl. Tragically, her husband succumbed to a long-term illness just four years into their marriage, leaving her to navigate life as a single parent.[7]
Filmography
edit- Ogunso
- Idaro
- Akun
- Ewatomi
- Bridal Shower
- Encounter
- Two Mothers
- Family Ties
- Ifedolapo (2015) - Nurse Nkechi
- Couple's Award (2017) - Lizzy
- Wetin Women Want (2018) - Yeni
- Alase (2020)
- Battle on Buka Street (2022)[8] - Charity
Awards and nominations
editYear | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
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2011 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Nominated | |
2013 | African Magic Viewers'Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actress in a Drama | Nominated | |
2019 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress (Yoruba) | Won | |
2020 | Best Supporting Actress (Yoruba) | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Regina Chukwu celebrates birthday with Amazing photos - Vanguard Allure". Vanguard Allure. March 23, 2019. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
- ^ Izuzu, Chibumga (March 23, 2016). "6 things you should know about "Akun" actress". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
- ^ "It is expensive to survive in Dubai — Regina Chukwu". Punch Newspapers. 2018-11-04. Retrieved 2022-08-06.
- ^ Sesan (2018-04-22). "I prefer acting with Yoruba actors to Igbo colleagues –Regina Chukwu". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
- ^ THISDAYLIVE, Home - (October 15, 2020). "Regina Chukwu: I Used to Sell Wares By Road Side… Now I Live a Better Life – THISDAYLIVE". THISDAYLIVE – Truth and Reason. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
- ^ Owolawi, Taiwo (April 28, 2022). "Mercy Aigbe and other top Yoruba Nollywood actors who are not Yorubas". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
- ^ Enenaite, Blessing (2023-01-06). "My children want me to remarry – Regina Chukwu". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
- ^ "Funke Akindele premieres new movie, 'Battle on Buka Street'". Tribune Online. 2022-12-18. Retrieved 2023-06-04.