Minah Bird facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Minah Bird
Detail of photo by Lewis Morley (1970) © National Portrait Gallery
Born	Minah Ogbenyealu Bird (1950-03-11)11 March 1950 Nigeria
Died	July 1995
Other names	Minah Uko

Minah Ogbenyealu Bird (also known as Mynah Bird) was a talented model and actress. She was born on March 11, 1950, in Nigeria and passed away in July 1995. Minah was active in the United Kingdom during the 1970s, making a name for herself in both fashion and film.

Early Life and Career

Minah Bird grew up in Aba, Nigeria. She received her education in both Nigeria and Finland. This diverse background helped shape her unique presence.

Minah became well-known for her acting roles. She appeared in many British films during the 1970s. People often described her as the "only major black starlet in British films" of her time. This shows how important she was in helping to make movies more diverse.

A Pioneer in Fashion

Beyond acting, Minah Bird was also a successful fashion model. She is remembered as one of the top black fashion models. She helped open doors for other black women in the fashion world. Her work paved the way for future stars like Iman and Grace Jones.

Minah also had a series in the Sunday Mirror newspaper in the mid-1970s. This series was about sharing personal stories in newspapers. It became a popular trend at the time.

Minah Bird's Films

Minah Bird acted in several movies. Her roles showed her range as an actress. She often played interesting characters. Her final film role was in A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square.

Later Life

Minah Bird stepped away from public life in the late 1970s. She passed away in London in 1995. She had suffered a heart attack a few weeks before. Her legacy as a model and actress continues to be remembered.

Images for kids

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  Minah Bird in 1970

See also

In Spanish: Minah Bird para niños