Gentle Jack is a Nigerian actor who rose to fame in the Nigerian film industry. He is best known for his role as the fearless and ruthless warrior of the same name, Vuga.
He has starred in many other films such as Blood Money, The King and the Maiden, and The Last Burial.
He is an actor, director, producer, television personality, bodybuilder and philanthropist. He is one of the most memorable Nigerian film actors of the 90s and 21st century.
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- Full name: Gentle Jack Nwamaka Ogor
- Nickname: Wujia
- Date of Birth: November 20, 1970
- Age: 54
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Abonema, Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Actor, director, producer, television personality, bodybuilder, philanthropist
- Height: 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
- Parents: None
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: Michelle Nwamaka Ogor
- Children: Zion and one other
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $1.5 million
Early life and education
Gentle Jack, 54, was born on November 20, 1970, in Abonema, Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, Nigeria.
He belongs to the Kalabari ethnic group, a subgroup of the Ijaw ethnic group. He attended primary and secondary schools in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
He was interested in sports and fitness from a young age and participated in various sports such as football, boxing and wrestling.
He also fell in love with acting and theater and joined several theater groups in school and the community.
He later obtained his certification in fitness and nutrition for body therapists from Hellymag Fitness School.
Personal life
Gentle Jack is married to Nigerian Michelle Nwamaka Ogor, whom he met in 1998 when Michelle was working as a banker in Lagos.
The two dated for two years and got married in 2000. They have two children, a son named Zion and another child whose name has not been made public.
Michelle and the kids live in the United States while gentle Jack stays in Nigeria to pursue his acting career.
Although they are in a long-distance relationship, they visit each other frequently and are a happy and supportive family.
Profession
Gentle Jack started his acting career in 1993 when he joined the Nigerian movie industry, also known as Nollywood.
In 1995, he made his debut as the lead actor in the film Vuga, directed by Chico Ejiro. The film was a huge success and made Gentle Jack famous.
Known for his muscular physique, deep voice and ability to portray tough, intimidating characters, he earned the nickname “Vuga” for this breakthrough role.
He has also appeared in many other films such as Blood Money, The King and the Maiden, The Last Burial, State of Emergency, Administrative Crimes, and The Senator.
He has worked with prominent Nigerian film actors such as Pete Edochie, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde and Ramsey Nouah.
He has also ventured into directing and producing, directing several films such as Return of Vuga, Return of the Senator, and Return of the King.
He has received several awards and recognitions during his acting career such as the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor, the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award for Most Promising Actor in Nigeria, and the Nigerian Movie Awards for Lifetime Achievement.
He is also a television personality and has hosted many shows like The Gentle Jack Show, The Vuga Show, and The Body Show, among others.
He is also a bodybuilder and has participated in several fitness competitions such as Mr. Nigeria, Mr. Africa and Mr. Universe. He is also a philanthropist and has donated to various causes such as education, health and sports.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @gentlejackofficial
- Twitter account: @gentlejackvuga
Filmography
- Vuja
- Blood Money
- The King and the Maiden
- The final burial
- State of emergency
- Administrative crimes
- senator
- The Return of Vuga
- Return of the Senator
- Return of the King
- bodyguard
- warrior
- legend
- boss
- godfather
net worth
Gentle Jack is one of the richest and most influential actors in Nigeria.
His net worth is estimated to be $1.5 million, which comes from his acting, directing, producing, and hosting career.
He has also received endorsements and sponsorships from various brands including MTN, Glo and Guinness.
