Actor
Olumide Oworu is a versatile Nigerian talent who is known for acting, modeling, and rap. Educated at King's College, Lagos, and later at the University of Lagos, he earned his degree from Babcock University in June 2017. His journey in the world of entertainment commenced at a tender age of six, debuting in the television series "Everyday People."
Among his notable roles, Oworu is widely recognized for portraying Tari in the acclaimed Africa Magic Series "The Johnsons." His diverse repertoire extends to other television series including "The Patriot," "The Men In Her Life," "Hammer," "Stolen Waters," and "New Son." Notably, he brought depth to the character 'Weki' in MTV Base's "Shuga" series, featuring prominently in seasons 3 and 4, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Beyond acting, Olumide Oworu has embraced the role of a television presenter. His talents have been honored with several prestigious awards, notably the "Mr. Popularity" prize in the Model of Africa 2012 contest, the Nollywood Revelation of The Year award at the Scream Awards 2014, and The Most Promising Youth Actor award at Ping Awards 2014. He was honored as the Most Promising Actor at the 2015 Best of Nollywood Awards and received the Best Supporting Actor award for his remarkable role in "Soldier's Story" at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.
His impactful presence extends to the big screen, where he has made significant contributions in movies such as "A Soldier's Story," "Shuga," "Far From Home," "Day Of Destiny," "The New Normal," "She Is," "Ijakumo," "Rumour Has It" (Season 3), and "A Tribe Called Judah," showcasing his versatility and acting prowess across various genres.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Country | Nigeria |
Popular as | Actor |
Gender | MALE |
Birthday | December 11, 1994 (30 years old) |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2023 | A Tribe Called Judah as Ejiro Judah |