Acting
Sandra Okunzuwa is a prominent Nigerian actress, lawyer, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, celebrated for her versatility and captivating performances in Nollywood. Born on 25 February 1996 in Benin City, Edo State, she initially built a promising legal career, earning her law degree from the University of Benin and being called to the Nigerian Bar, before transitioning fully into the entertainment world.
Sandra officially entered Nollywood in 2018, making her debut in Blind Spot as the character Ekemini. Since then, she has delivered notable performances in films such as Something Like Gold (which she also produced), The Wildflower, Enitan, Honey Money, Stuck in Lust, and The Order of Things. Her breakthrough film Something Like Gold (2023), where she starred as Tamara Jolayemi Scott and served as a producer, earned wide acclaim and made her a household name in Nollywood.
Beyond acting, Sandra has established herself as a savvy entrepreneur and influential brand personality, with ventures in beauty and media, and a strong social media presence, boasting hundreds of thousands of followers across platforms. She has also been honoured for her talent, winning the Eko Star Film & TV Award in 2021 and co-hosting the Africa Choice Awards in the same year.
Sandra is admired for delivering emotionally rich, authentic performances across dramatic and romantic roles. Her career underscores dedication, passion, and the ability to bridge legal professionalism with creative excellence, making her a dynamic and inspiring figure in Nigerian entertainment.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Popular as | Acting |
Gender | FEMALE |
Birthday | February 25, 1996 (29 years old) |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2024 | Ruthless as |
2024 | Family Gbese as Chioma |
2023 | Honey Money as |
2023 | The Switch as Judith |
2023 | Sarah's Bind as Sarah |
2023 | |
2023 | Sarah's Bind as Production |
2023 | Sarah's Bind as Production |
Enitan as | |
Tit for Tat as Uju | |
Enitan as Production |