About
Kenneth Okonkwo, born on November 6, 1968, in Enugu, Nigeria, is a renowned actor, lawyer, and evangelical pastor. He rose to fame in 1992 with his role in the groundbreaking Nollywood film Living in Bondage. The film, which is considered to have kickstarted the Nigerian film industry, garnered Okonkwo widespread recognition and success. Since then, he has appeared in numerous Nollywood films, earning him a prominent place in the industry.
Name | Kenneth Okonkwo |
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Birth Date | November 6, 1968 |
Age | [current_age] |
Birthplace | Enugu, Nigeria |
Profession | Actor Lawyer Politician |
Known For | Acting Movies |
Education | University of Nigeria |
Before Fame
Kenneth Okonkwo graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, with a degree in Business Administration. He later pursued a degree in Law at the University of Lagos and was called to the Nigerian Bar as a qualified barrister. Before entering the entertainment industry, Okonkwo worked in various sectors, including marketing and law.
Trivia
Kenneth Okonkwo has won several awards for his work in the Nigerian film industry, including the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role.
In addition to his acting career, Kenneth Okonkwo served as the spokesperson for labour party presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
Family Life
Kenneth Okonkwo married Ifeoma Okonkwo in 2007. The couple has one child together, a son named Kenechukwu Isaac Chukwudi Okonkwo, born in 2016.
Associated With
As a leading figure in the Nollywood film industry, Kenneth Okonkwo has worked alongside many prominent Nigerian actors and actresses, such as Patience Ozokwor, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, and Pete Edochie.