Judi Shekoni facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Judi Shekoni
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Shekoni in 2015
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Judith Iyabo Shekoni
Manchester, England
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| Occupation | Actress, television personality, businesswoman |
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Twilight, Heroes Reborn, Ice, Maleficent |
Judith Iyabo Shekoni is an English actress, a well-known TV personality, and a businesswoman. She is famous for her roles in popular movies and TV shows.
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Early Life and Learning
Judi Shekoni grew up in Gorton, Manchester, England. Her father was from Nigeria, and her mother was British with English and Spanish family. She was raised by a single parent.
Before becoming an actress, Judi briefly studied business at the University of Westminster.
Acting Career Highlights
Judi Shekoni started her acting journey on television. One of her first big roles was playing Marjorie "Precious" Hudson in the BBC show EastEnders.
Moving to Movies
After her TV start, Judi moved into film. She appeared in movies like Ali G Indahouse and Garfield 2. She also played Renee in The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Time in Los Angeles
Judi lived and studied in Los Angeles for ten years. During this time, she acted in many American TV shows. These included NCIS, All of Us, and The King of Queens.
A big movie role for her was in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2. She played the character Zafrina in this popular film.
In 2015, Judi joined the cast of Heroes Reborn. This was a new version of the original Heroes show. She played Joanne Collins alongside actor Zachary Levi.
Back to the UK and New Roles
Judi moved back to the UK in 2016. She then appeared in the second season of the BBC1 drama Ordinary Lies.
Later, she filmed two seasons of the American TV series Ice. In this show, she played Lady Rah. She was the main female character, acting opposite famous actors like Donald Sutherland and Ray Winstone.
In 2019, Judi starred as Shrike in the Disney movie Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. She worked with Angelina Jolie and Michelle Pfeiffer in this film.
More recently, in 2023, Judi joined the Apple TV series Foundation. She played the character She-Bends-Light in five episodes.
Business Ventures
Besides acting, Judi Shekoni is also a successful businesswoman. She helped start a company called Extension Evolution. This company sells hair extensions.
Judi also founded two other companies: Make It America and Actors Evolution. She is the CEO of Global WPM and Atap Productions. She also works with the Helen Bamber Foundation, which helps people who have experienced human rights abuses.
Selected Film and Television Roles
Judi Shekoni has appeared in many films and TV shows. Here are some of her notable roles:
Films
- 1999: The World Is Not Enough (Girl in casino)
- 2002: Ali G Indahouse (Jacuzzi girl)
- 2006: Garfield 2 (Tour guide)
- 2012: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (Zafrina)
- 2019: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (Shrike)
Television Shows
- 1998: Casualty (Mia Campbell)
- 2000: Fat Friends (Imogen)
- 2002: EastEnders (Marjorie "Precious" Hudson)
- 2003: The King of Queens (Melanie)
- 2005: NCIS (Natalie Vance)
- 2015: Heroes Reborn (Joanne)
- 2016: Ice (Lady Rah)
- 2023: Foundation (She-Bends-Light)
Images for kids
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Judi Shekoni in 2015
See also
In Spanish: Judi Shekoni para niños
