Nollywood is the Nigerian film industry, and it is the second-largest film industry in the world, after Hollywood. Nollywood produces over 2,000 films a year, and it has a global audience of over 200 million people.
Nollywood has produced many talented actors, and some of them have become household names all over the world. Here are the five most influential Nollywood actors:
1. Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD)
Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) is one of the most respected and admired actors in Nollywood. He has been in the industry for over 30 years, and he has starred in some of the most popular Nollywood films of all time, including “Hostages”, “Violated”, and “Diamond Ring”.
RMD is known for his versatility and his ability to play a wide range of roles. He has played everything from romantic leads to villains to comedic characters. He is also a successful businessman and a philanthropist.
2. Olu Jacobs
Olu Jacobs is another veteran Nollywood actor. He has been in the industry for over 50 years, and he has starred in over 100 films. Jacobs is known for his deep voice and his commanding screen presence. He has played some of the most iconic roles in Nollywood history, including the title role in the film “Things Fall Apart”.
Jacobs is also a successful stage actor, and he has performed in productions all over the world. He is also a respected film director and producer.
3. Ramsey Nouah
Ramsey Nouah is one of the most popular Nollywood actors of all time. He is known for his good looks and his charming personality. Nouah has starred in some of the most successful Nollywood romantic comedies of all time, including “30 Days in Atlanta” and “The Wedding Party”.
Nouah is also a successful businessman and a philanthropist. He is also a talented singer and dancer.
4. Nkem Owoh
Nkem Owoh is one of the most versatile and popular Nollywood actors of all time. He is known for his comedic roles, but he has also played serious roles in films such as “Osuofia in London” and “A Trip to Jamaica”.
Owoh is also a successful musician and a businessman. He is also a respected film director and producer.
5. Chinedu Ikedieze
Chinedu Ikedieze is one of the most popular Nollywood actors of all time. He is known for his diminutive stature and his comedic roles. Ikedieze has starred in some of the most successful Nollywood comedies of all time, including “Aki na Ukwa” and “Osuofia in London”.
Ikedieze is also a successful businessman and a philanthropist. He is also a talented singer and dancer.
These are just a few of the many talented Nollywood actors. These actors have had a major impact on the Nigerian film industry, and they have helped to make Nollywood one of the most successful film industries in the world.
