Biography
Williams Uchemba (born 22 October 1994) is a talented Nigerian actor, model, writer, film producer, philanthropist and comedian.
Apart from being a professional entity, he is also a renowned entrepreneur and motivational speaker.
He is known for his roles in the 2019 film Sugar Rush and Story Story: The African Ride Share; a 2018 film.
He is also known for his humorous skits posted on his YouTube and Instagram accounts.
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Full name: | Williams Uchemba |
Birthday: | October 22 |
Born: | October 22, 1994 (age 29) |
Place of birth: | Abia |
State of origin: | Imo State |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Parents: | Chief Uche-Mbah |
Height: | 1.75m |
Siblings: | Sandra Uchemba |
Girlfriend • Spouse: | Brunella Oscar (married 2020) |
Job: | Actor • Comedian |
Net worth: | $1.5 million |
Early life
Williams Uchemba was born on 22 October, year of birth not specified in Abia State, southeastern Nigeria.
He was born into a family of six; parents and three other siblings. His father’s name was Chief Uche Mbah.
He is a native of Umueze Village, located in Obazu Mbieri, a town in Mbaitolu Local Government in Imo State, Nigeria. He has a sister named Sandra Uchemba who happens to be an actress.
After completing his primary and secondary school education, both in Abia State, he obtained his Junior School Certificate and O’Level Certificate.
For his undergraduate studies, actor Williams Uchemba majored in international relations at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Enugu State.
Career
Actor Williams Uchemba began his professional acting career in 2000.
He became a popular child actor in the industry after starring in The Journey Of The Dead, in which he starred alongside Olu Jacobs, Ramsey Nouah and Pete Edochie. This film brought him into the limelight and gave him a platform to appear in other films.
In 2003, he appeared in Beyond Belief.
In 2006, he got the lead role in the movie The World Of Riches as a smart kid.
To date, actor Williams Uchemba has featured in over 90 Nollywood movies.
Awards and nominations
- Category – Most Promising Actor in Nigeria. Association – Africa Magic People’s Choice Award
- Category – Best Child ActorAssociation – African Movie Academy Awards
- Genre – Action Most Promising to WatchAssociation – Best Nollywood Awards
- Category – Best Actor in a Comedy Society – City People Entertainment Awards
Charity Journey
The Williams Uchemba Foundation was founded in 2017 by actor Williams Uchemba. The foundation’s goal is to make the world a better and happier place.
The NGO started with a program that aimed to take 1,000 children off the streets and put them in school.
In May 2020, actor Williams Uchemba built a house for a family living in a slum. His partner in the United States also awarded scholarships to two children in the family.
In June 2020, the actor adopted an 18-year-old furniture maker and revealed that he plans to fund his education until he graduates from college.
Net worth
This biography would be incomplete without mentioning the achievements of the talented Nigerian on screen personality.
Actor Williams Uchemba is said to have amassed an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.
Personal life
This Nigerian personality has made a name for himself on both social media and on screen. He is one of Nigeria’s top content creators and social media personalities.
He celebrates his birthday on October 22. It is rumored that he was born in the 1980s.
Actor Williams Uchemba has married Brunella Oscar. Their wedding made headlines in November 2020.
Social media
- @williamsuchemba on IG
- @williamsuchemba on twitter
- Williams Uchemba on Facebook
List of movies played
- Quam’s Money – 2020
- Sugar Craze – 2019
- Happy Men 2 – 2019
- Story Story: African Sharing Trip – 2018
- World of Wealth – 2006
- Dorothy My Love – 2005
- Unbelievable – 2003