Stephanie Okereke Linus, popularly known as Stephanie Okereke, is an acclaimed Nigerian actress, film director and model who has left an indelible mark on the Nigerian film industry.
With her extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication, she has received numerous awards and honors, testifying to her outstanding contribution to the art of cinema.
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- Full name: Stephanie Okereke Linus
- Stage name: Stephanie Okereke
- Date of Birth: October 2, 1982
- Age: 41
- Birthplace: Ngor-Okpala, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Occupation: Actress and film producer
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Mary and Chima Okereke
- Siblings: 7
- Spouse: Linus Idahosa
- Children: Maxwell Enosata Linus
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Stephanie Okereke was born on October 2, 1982, in Ngor-Okpala, Nigeria. She is the daughter of Mary and Chima Okereke and grew up with seven siblings. Okereke studied English and Literary Studies at the University of Calabar in Cross River State, where she obtained a degree. She is black and of Christian faith.
Profession
Stephanie Okereke is a famous Nigerian film actress in Nigeria. In 1997, as a teenager, she starred in two Nigerian films- Compromise 2 and WaterlooIn 2002, she The most beautiful girls in Nigeria The following year, in 2003, she won the Reel Award – Best Actress in a Leading Role … and Best Actress 2003 Out of eight nominations.
After graduating from the New York Film Academy in 2007, Okereke released the film Through the glassshe served as director, screenwriter, producer and actor. The film won Africa Movie Academy Awards Nominated for Best Screenplay in 2009.
In 2014, she released another film titled dryonce again serving as director, screenwriter, producer and actor. dry Won numerous awards, including the 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards and 2016 Africa Magic Audience Choice Awards Winning the award for Best Overall Film, she received a brand new car as a prize.
Throughout her prolific career, Okereke has starred in over 90 Nigerian films. Most recently, in March 2021, she released two short films titled student and Bad Cop This is part of her campaign against gender-based violence against women.
Awards and nominations
- Best Actress Award: 2003
- Best African-American Hollywood Actress Award: 2006 Winner
- African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA):
- Nominated for Best Actress in 2005, 2009 and 2010
- Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA):
- 2019 Best Actress in a Drama Series Nominees
Social Media
- Instagram: @stephanielinus
- Facebook account: Stephanie Okereke
- Twitter: @StephanieLinus
Personal life
Stephanie Okereke Linus’ husband is respected businessman Linus Idahosa. The couple got married in a private ceremony in France in 2012. They are blessed with a son named Maxwell Enosata Linus. The Linus family leads a happy and fulfilling life surrounded by love and support.
Filmography
- dry (2016)
- Through the glass (2007)
- Wedding Party (2016)
- conflict (2019)
- Valley Miracle (2019)
net worth
Stephanie Okereke Linus is a well-known Nigerian actress, director, and producer who has made an impressive career in the entertainment industry. Although the exact figure of her net worth has not been made public, it is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.
