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Cynthia Okereke (born 20 April 1960) is a famous Nigerian actress and producer. She has made an unforgettable mark in the Nigerian film industry.
Nigerian actress
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full name: | Cynthia Okereke |
date of birth: | April 20, 1960 (63 years old) |
place of birth: | Enugu, Nigeria |
country of origin: | Enugu State |
die: | July 12, 2023, Enugu, Nigeria |
Country of Citizenship: | Nigeria |
high: | 1.56m |
parents: | not applicable |
brothers and sisters: | not applicable |
spouse: | Mr. Okereke |
Boyfriend and partner: | not applicable |
children: | not applicable |
Profession: | Actress • Television personality |
net worth: | $200,000 |
Acclaimed for her contribution to both the Igbo and English industries, she mesmerized audiences by sharing the stage with renowned actors like Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita Iheme and Nkem Owoh.
Cynthia Okereke has an impressive number of film credits, including the iconic Osuofia in London (2003), its sequel Osuofia in London (2004), 40 is a fool (2004), Reggae Boyz, Nwando, God to serve, Where the Oceans Meet, Ocean Kiss 2, God’s wisdom, Chibundu, Woman on top, North and SouthThere are a lot more.
Sadly, we bid farewell to Cynthia Okereke, whose life was cut short by an unimaginable tragedy. Last year, she and actor Clemson Cornell were kidnapped while on a film project in Enugu, casting a shadow over the Nigerian film industry. The untimely death of Cynthia Okereke was confirmed to TheCityCeleb by the Chairperson of the Delta State Chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emma Onyemezim on July 12, 2023. This heartbreaking loss leaves a void in the industry as her talent, passion and dedication to her career were undeniable.
We should remember Cynthia Okereke for her great roles in movies, e.g. Film Crew (2021) plays the role of grandma, Nwando (2021), Professor John Bull (2016) as Mrs. Doris, etc. The cause of her death is still unknown. She left behind children, grandchildren and a husband.