Daniella Okeke // is a Nigerian actress. In 2013, she starred as "Joke" in Lagos Cougars, a role that earned her the Best Actress in a Leading Role nomination at both the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards and 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.[1][2][3][4][5]
Daniella Okeke | |
|---|---|
| Born | 26 March 1977 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Occupation | actress |
| Notable work | Sleek Ladies (2007) Stronger than Pain (2007) Lagos Cougars |
Early Life
editOkeke was born on 26 March 1987. She hails from Imo State, Nigeria.[6] Her parents Mr and Mrs Okeke were lovers of Education.[7] She grew up in a Family of four with two younger brothers.[8]
Education
editDaniella had both her Primary and Secondary School in Imo State.[9] Afterwards, she went to the University of Lagos where she earned a degree in Fine Art.[10]
Career
editIn university she began acting in School plays and appeared in several production in her University's theatre group.[11] After graduating she began her Nollywood career where she featured in small roles in the early 2000.[12] In 2013 She had her breakthrough by playing a leading role in the film LAGOS COUGARS where she played the role of a joker.[13] She has worked with top Directors and Actors in the industry and she is versatile.[14]
Awards
edit- Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Award[15]
- Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Award[16]
- Nominee, Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards[17]
- Best Actress in a Leading Role, 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards - (2014)[18]
- Best Actress in a Leading Role, Nigeria Entertainment Awards - (2014)[19]
- Nominee, Best Actress in a Leading Role, Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards - (2015)[20]
Filmography
edit- Sleek Ladies (2007) as Jennifer
- Stronger than Pain (2007)
- Lagos Cougars (2013) as Joke
- I Think He Loves Me (2014)
- Lost Pride (2015) as Calista
- Flaws (2016) as Jane
- The Boss Is Mine (2016) as Gabriella
- The Devil in Between (2018) as Yemi
- A Matter of Chance (2019) as Ebele
- Beyond Repair (2020)
References
edit- ^ "I've got a mean ass! — Daniella Okeke". Vanguard (Nigeria). Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Words can't bring me down – Daniella Okeke". Vanguard (Nigeria). Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Actress Daniella Okeke Says Her Behind Is NATURAL". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Nigeria: Daniella Okeke Shows Off New Mansion". AllAfrica.com. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Flaunts Curves in Bikini". pulse.ng. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Is Plus One". pulse.ng. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
- ^ "Daniella Okeke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Pictures, Movies, Spouse". Scooper. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
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