Acting
Michael Onome Ejoor (born 9 January 1988) is a celebrated Nigerian Nollywood actor, MC/host, director, influencer, and singer. Hailing from Warri in Delta State and belonging to the Urhobo ethnic group, he was raised in a Christian household as the youngest of three siblings.
A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Management Science with Business, before advancing to the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) to obtain a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting & Finance. Before his Nollywood breakthrough, Michael combined corporate insight with creative flair, working in corporate roles while nurturing a passion for entertainment via hosting and emceeing.
Michael has built a formidable Nollywood career with appearances in more than 20 films and television productions, including popular titles like Tinsel, Unbroken, Summer Rain, Hotel Labamba, This Lady Called Life, Unclaimed, and the Netflix-backed thriller To Kill a Monkey—where he earned acclaim for his emotionally resonant portrayal of Inspector Onome.
Widely recognised as a multi-talented entertainer, Michael’s work spans acting, directing, MC-ing, and influencing. His performance in To Kill a Monkey has notably elevated his profile across African cinema and streaming platforms.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Also known as | Michael Onome Ejoor |
Popular as | Acting |
Gender | MALE |
Birthday | January 9, 1988 (37 years old) |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2025 | How Love Comes as Tunde |
2025 | Unclaimed as |
2023 | Hotel Labamba as Bar Man (as Okey Michael Ejoor) |