Queen Nwokoye facts for kids
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Queen Nwokoye
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Nwokoye in 2021
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| Born | 11 August 1982 Lagos State, Nigeria
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| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
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| Years active | 2004–present |
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Notable work
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Nwanyi Mbano, The Harvest. Chetanna (2014), Oshimiri |
Queen Nwokoye (born August 11, 1982) is a well-known Nigerian actress. She is famous for playing the main character in the 2014 movie Chetanna. This role helped her get nominated for "Best Actress" at the 11th Africa Movie Academy Awards.
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Early Life and Education
Queen Nwokoye was born in Lagos State, Nigeria. Her family is Catholic. She comes from Anambra State, which is in the southeastern part of Nigeria.
She started her schooling at Air Force primary school. Later, she went to Queen's College Enugu for her secondary education. After that, she studied Sociology and Anthropology at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra state. When she was growing up, Queen wanted to become a Lawyer. During her time at university, she took part in many beauty pageants. She won the "Miss Eastern Campus" title.
Queen Nwokoye's Acting Career
Queen Nwokoye began her acting journey in 2004. Her first movie was called Nna Men. Since then, she has acted in many Nigerian films. She has also won several awards and received many nominations for her acting.
Movies Queen Nwokoye Has Starred In
- Nna Men (2004)
- His Majesty (2004)
- The Girl is Mine (2004)
- Security Risk (2004)
- Save The Baby (2005)
- Back Drop (2005)
- Speak The Word (2006) as Gertrude
- My Girlfriend (2006)
- Last Kobo (2006) as Esther
- Lady of Faith (2006)
- Disco Dance (2006) as Ify
- Clash of Interest (2006) as Marcellina
- The Last Supper (2007) as Ifeoma
- When You Are Mine (2007) as Joyce
- The Cabals (2007)
- Show Me Heaven (2007) as Theresa
- Short of Time (2007) as Mirabel
- Sand in My Shoes (2007)
- Powerful Civilian (2007) as Linda
- Old Cargos (2007)
- My Everlasting Love (2007) as Nancy
- Confidential Romance (2007) as Joyce
- The Evil Queen (2008)
- Temple of Justice (2008)
- Onoja (2008) as Princess
- Heart of a Slave (2008) as Odochi
- Female Lion (2008) as Cindy
- Angelic Bride (2008) as Lilian
- Prince of The Niger (2009) as Kate
- Personal Desire (2009)
- League of Gentlemen (2009) as Tamara
- Last Mogul of the League (2009) as Tamara
- Jealous Friend (2009)
- Makers of Justice (2010) as Cynthia
- Mirror of Life (2011)
- End of Mirror of Life (2011)
- Chetanna (2014)
- Nkwocha (2012)
- Ekwonga (2013)
- Ada Mbano (2014)
- Pretty Liars 1 (2014) as Alice
- Pretty Liars 2 (2014)
- Unbeatable Liars 1 (2014)
- Unbeatable Liars 2 (2014)
- Agaracha (2016) as Agarachi
- New Educated Housewife (2017)
- Blind Bartimus (2015)
- Ada Mbano Reloaded
- Ada Mbano in london
- Heart of Gold (2019)
- Royal Ghost (2021)
- Love is Enough (2022) as Oluchi
- Strained (2023) as Abigail
Awards and Recognitions
Queen Nwokoye has received many awards and nominations for her acting. Here are some of them:
| Year | Award Ceremony | Award Category | Result |
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| 2011 | 2011 Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress in an English Movie | Nominated |
| Fresh Scandal Free Actress | Won | ||
| 2012 | Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Actress in an Indigenous Movie | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Lead Actress in an English Movie | Nominated |
| 2014 | Nollywood Movies Awards | Best Indigenous Actress | Nominated |
| 2015 | 11th Africa Movie Academy Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated |
| Zulu African Film Academy Awards | Best Actor Indigenous (Female) | Won | |
| Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role (Igbo) | Won | |
| 2016 | City People Entertainment Awards | Face of Nollywood Award (English) | Won |
| 2017 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Supporting Actress –English | Nominated |
| 2017 | Africa Magic Viewers’Choice Award | Best Actress in a Comedy Movie or Series | Nominated |
| 2018 | Nollywood Travel Film Festival Awards | Best Actress | Nominated |
| 2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actress In A Drama, Movie Or TV Series | Nominated |
Queen Nwokoye's Family Life
Queen Nwokoye is married to Oluchi Uzoma. They have twin boys and a daughter.
See also
In Spanish: Queen Nwokoye para niños
