Acting
Moyo Lawal (born January 1, 1988, in Badagry, Lagos State) is a prominent Nollywood actress, TV star, and social media influencer in Nigeria. With a BSc in Creative Arts from the University of Lagos, she made her acting debut in the award-winning TV series Shallow Waters as Chioma. Her breakout role as Chinny in Tinsel earned her widespread acclaim and the 2012 Revelation of the Year award at the Best of Nollywood Awards.
Since then, Lawal has built an impressive filmography, starring in critically acclaimed films such as Desperate Baby Mama, A Toast to Heartbreak, Millennium Parent, The Bridal Shower, True Caller, and Move Like a Boss (2024). Her versatility has made her one of Nollywood’s most versatile actresses, adept at both drama and contemporary storytelling.
Beyond her on-screen achievements, Moyo is a powerful voice on social media, known for engaging storytelling and authenticity that resonates with millions. She has been a vocal advocate for privacy rights, especially after surviving a traumatic armed robbery on Lagos’s Third Mainland Bridge and navigating the 2023 leak of a personal sex tape, circumstances in which she spoke out strongly about consent and personal boundaries.
With a career marked by award-winning performances, diverse roles, and a presence that continues to inspire her audience, Moyo Lawal remains a major force in Nollywood entertainment and continues to influence the landscape of Nigerian media and culture.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Popular as | Acting |
Gender | FEMALE |
Birthday | January 1, 1988 (37 years old) |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2025 | Ewo as Olori |
2024 | |
2018 | |
2017 | |
2017 | Madam's P.A as |
2017 | |
2017 | Tangled Web as |
2015 | |
2012 |