There are some actors who have been creating waves in the movie industry long before some of us were even born. Yet, we grew up knowing and loving these actors, as their movies became our ultimate source of entertainment. Their talent and impact have left an indelible mark on us. So, without further ado, here’s a list of unforgettable actors who have shaped the world of cinema.
5) RAMSEY NOUAH
Ramsey Nouah is a Nigerian actor and director. He was born on the 19th of December, 1970. He is married to Emelia Philips-Nouah and has three kids. There were rumors about him being married to popular actress, Genevieve Nnaji due to how close they are and because they always acted as lovers in movies but the rumors were debunked and said they were just close friends. Ramsey Nouah is also a legend in the movie industry and can never be forgotten. He has won several awards which include; Best actor in a leading role(The Figurine) in the 2010 African movie academy awards, best director of the year in the 2022 Africa magic viewers’ choice awards, director of the year in the 2020 best of Nollywood awards, and so on. Some of his notable movies include; “Merry men: The real Yoruba demons(2018)”, “Rattlesnake: The Ahanna story(2020)” , “Living in bondage(2019)”, “76(2016)”, “The Figurine(2009)”, “Blood sisters(2022)”, “30 days in Atlanta(2014)” and many more.
4) RICHARD MOFE DAMIJO
Mofe Damijo, popularly known as RMD is a Nigerian actor, former journalist, writer, lawyer, and producer. RMD was born on the 6th of July, 1961. RMD was married to MEE May Ellen Damijo, a journalist but married TV personality, Jumoke Adegbesan after her death in 1996. He has five kids, three from his previous marriage and two with his current wife. He is one of the richest actors in Nigeria. The majority of Nigerian ladies have a crush on him because he is a fine old man with incredible fashion sense. Mofe Damijo won the Lifetime Achievement award at the 12th Africa movie academy awards in 2016 and the special recognition award in the 2012 best of Nollywood awards. Some of his movies include; “10 days in sun city(2017)”, “The wedding party 1&2(2016&2017)”, “30 days in Atlanta(2014)”, “Dinner(2014)”, “God’s calling(2019)”, “King of boys: The return of the King(2021)”, and so on.
3) OLU JACOBS
Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, professionally known as Olu Jacobs is a Nigerian actor and film executive. He was born on the 11th of July, 1942 and he is married to Joke Silva, who is also a well-known Nigerian actress and director. He has three kids with his wife. Olu Jacobs has featured in several British television series and international movies. He is well known for his great acting skills and has collected awards like the Industry merit award for outstanding achievements in acting at the 2013 Africa Magic viewers’ choice awards, he was also presented an icon award and a membership certificate along with his wife by the Audio-Visual rights society of Nigeria(AVRS) in August 2022. Some of his notable movies include; “Oloibiri (2015)”, “The dogs of war(1980)”, “Dry(2014)”, “The Royal Hibiscus Hotel(2017)”, “The Antique(2014)”, “Potomanto(2013)”, “Adesuwa(2012)”, and many more.
2) NKEM OWOH
Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, is a legendary Nollywood actor and comedian. He was born on the 7th of February, 1958. He is married to Ngozi Nkem Owoh with two daughters. He is known for the wicked roles he always performs in movies. He started his career in the movie industry as a writer and later landed his first movie role in “Circle of doom”. Osuofia reached international stardom after his role in the movie titled ” Osuofia in London”. in 2003. The fame of this movie added further to Nkem being widely known as Osuofia. Nkem Owoh is one of the great actors in Nollywood and can never be forgotten for how well he interpreted his roles. Some notable movies he acted in include; “A fool at 40(2005)”, “Lionheart(2018)”, “Ghana must go(2015)”, “Military Zone(2012)”, “Chief daddy(2018)”, “My Village people(2021)”, and so on. He has won several awards. He is known as one of the highest-paid and richest actors in Nigeria.
1) AKI AND PAWPAW
Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki is a Nigerian actor, entrepreneur, and investor. He was born on the 12th of December, 1977 and is married to Nneoma Ikedieze but has no kids. He has acted in a lot of movies alongside Osita Iheme.
Osita Iheme, popularly known as Pawpaw is a Nigerian actor, producer, and comedian. He was born on the 20th of February, 1982. He is married to Noma Iheme and they both have a lovely son together. Let’s not forget the fact that he’s a forever meme.
Chinedu Ikedieze and Osita Iheme, popularly known as Aki and pawpaw have been a major source of entertainment for us with their awesome and funny roles in movies. They have both acted majority of movies after their breakthrough as a duo in the 2002 film, Aki and Ukwa which earned them the name Aki and pawpaw. They both received a lifetime achievement award at the African movie academy award in 2007.
They have both acted in a lot of movies together to the point that people thought they were related considering their physical appearance and how well they are in sync. Aki and Pawpaw are not related in any way but they consider themselves brothers and Chinedu is way older than Osita. These two are forever Nollywood actors. Some movies they acted in include; “Charge and bail(2003)”, “Aki na Ukwa(2003)”, “John and Johnny just come(2015)”, “Stubborn flies(2007)”, “Tom and Jerry(2008)”, “Powerful civilian”, “School dropouts”, “one good turn”, “2 rats(2003)” and so on.
These actors will forever remain legends in the movie industry. There are still other legendary actors in Nollywood so feel free to add them in the comment section.
