Uzor Arukwe is an actor and model. He was born, raised, and went to school in Abia State in the Eastern part of Nigeria. The actor has featured in more than 200 movies since his debut in acting. However, Uzor Arukwe became famous in 2017 when he played the role of Inspector Sam in the action/comedy movie Sergeant Tutu.
Uzor Arukwe began his professional acting career in the early 2000s. Apart from acting, Arukwe also likes to sing and dance. His passion for arts and acting made him quit employment in 2018 to act on a full-time basis. He acted in a secondary role in a TV series until 2017 when he got a breakthrough with a significant role in a Nollywood movie. Before joining the filmmaking industry, he was in corporate for ten years. Since then, he has worked with famous Nollywood stars like Bolanle Ninalowo and Kunle Remi.
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Uzor Arukwe’s Marriage And Wife
Uzor Arukwe has always tried to keep his personal life from the public. But the world is so connected that fame can make you known overnight. Uzor Arukwe is married to Barbra, the head of human resources at Fitness and Sports Solutions Limited in Nigeria. Together they are blessed with a daughter.
Uzor Arukwe’s Childhood And Education
Uzor Arukwe comes from the Abia State of Lagos in Southeast Nigeria. He was born on the 6th of August 1983 to a ten family. As a young boy, he had always wanted to become a star in the film industry. He participated in church activities like drama, singing, and dancing to keep him focused.
Uzor Arukwe went to school in Lagos State. He had his secondary education at the Nigerian Navy School in Port-Harcourt. The actor continued his studies at Abia State University in 2007. There, Arukwe studied Economics and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. He graduated from National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the same year. He then got his Master’s degree from the University of Calabar, where he attained his Master’s degree in Business Administration in 2009.
Uzor Arukwe Movies
Having worked with some of the big Nollywood stars, Uzor Arukwe has been featured in several movies since he began his acting career in the early 2000s. Three of those roles have earned him prestigious nominations and awards.
Uzor Arukwe Awards And Nomination
The Nigerian actor has received three nominations in his acting career.
During the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs), Uzor was nominated for the Best Actor in a Comedy/Movie award. That resulted from his role in the comedy movies Smash and Size 12.
In 2021 Best of Nollywood Awards nominated him for his role in Yours Regardless as Best Actor.
Uzor Arukwe Net Worth
He is among the wealthiest Nollywood actors in Nigeria today, with an estimated net worth of $360000 (N140 million naira). This estimate is from his investments, acting career, and other multiple sources of income.
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There are several interesting facts and details about the actor.
Body Marks
Uzor Arukwe has a striking black spot on his right cheek, next to the nose. The body mark gives him a rather unique and handsome appearance.
Raised In Poverty
Uzor Arukwe is a typical definition of rising from grass to grace. He was born in a sizeable low-income family and raised in a small house. However, this did not stop him from chasing his acting dreams. He has managed to beat all odds and rise to the top in the filmmaking industry. He is now one of the most sought-after actors in Nigeria.
Diligent Acting Skills
The actor demonstrated excellent acting skills over the years. His role as a stammerer in the comedy series Flatmates made his followers think he is a stammer in real life, yet he is not. Uzor Arukwe also blends into any film genre. His acting skills are flexible in any assigned role, whether comedy or high-paced action movies. Digital Communications Manager
In addition to Uzor’s acting career, he is a movie producer and a digital expert. Uzor works with his wife in Fitness and Sports Solutions Limited, Nigeria, as the Digital Communications Manager and Facilities Manager. Sometimes, he models.
Final Thoughts On Actor Uzor Arukwe
Uzor Arukwe is a very private person. Apart from a few photos with his friends on social media, Arukwe rarely exposes his private life to the public. This makes it difficult for his followers to predict his relationship status and the goings in his family.
Even after achieving acting success, Uzor’s humble life and career continue to inspire not just upcoming actors but also other professionals.
To keep up with his upcoming projects, follow Uzor Arukwe on Instagram @uzor.arukwe and Twitter @uzzyoflife to get his frequent posts and updates.
