Genevieve Nnaji, born on May 3, 1979, in Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria, is a popular Nigerian actress, producer, and director in Nollywood. In 2005, she became the first actor to win the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Her contributions to Nollywood were recognized by the Nigerian government, and she was honored as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic. Genevieve Nnaji's directorial debut, "Lionheart," made history as the first Nigerian film on Netflix and was selected as the country's submission for the Oscars. Unfortunately, it was disqualified due to its predominantly English dialogue. Additionally, she has been featured in books that highlight her achievements alongside other celebrities and business executives.

Genevieve Nnaji

Early Life and Education 

Genevieve Nnaji was born in Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria, and later moved to Lagos where she grew up. She comes from a middle-class family and is the fourth of eight children. Her father worked as an engineer, and her mother was a nursery school teacher. Genevieve attended Methodist Girls College in Yaba, Lagos before enrolling at the University of Lagos. She pursued a bachelor's degree in creative arts while at the university. During her time there, she started auditioning for acting roles in Nollywood.

Acting career 

Genevieve Nnaji is a highly accomplished Nigerian actress who began her career as a child, starring in the popular TV soap opera, Ripples, when she was just eight years old. In 1998, when she was 19, she made her debut in the Nigerian film industry with the movie Most Wanted, and has since starred in over 200 Nollywood movies including Last Party, Mark of the Beast, Ijele, and the award-winning film Ijé: The Journey.

In 2004, she expanded her talents into music, signing a recording contract with Ghana's EKB Records. The same year, she was voted to be the face of Lux, outdoing other celebrities in a public vote.

She has been recognized for her contribution to the Nigerian movie industry with multiple awards. In 2005, she made history by becoming the first actress to win the Africa Movie Academy Award (AMAA) for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She also broke barriers by being the first actor to win Best Actress at the City People's Awards in 2001 and by the Censors Board of Nigeria in 2003. Her talent and fame led to her being dubbed the "Julia Roberts of Africa" by Oprah Winfrey in 2009.

In 2015, her first produced movie, Road to Yesterday, won Best Movie Overall - West Africa at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. Her directorial debut, Lionheart, was acquired by Netflix in 2018, making it the first Netflix original film from Nigeria. The same year, she starred in the autobiographical directorial debut of Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Farming, alongside well-known actors Kate Beckinsale, Damson Idris, and Gugu Mbatha-Raw.

Genevieve Nnaji is not only known for her acting but also her activism. She is a strong advocate for women's rights, particularly the right of Nigerian girls to choose their own marital partners, and she speaks out against early marriages and abuse of women. She identifies as a feminist, defining her feminism as the freedom for women to make their own choices.

Modeling & Musical career 

Genevieve Nnaji, a renowned Nigerian model and actress, gained recognition as one of the most beautiful women in Nigeria. She made a significant impact in the modeling industry, becoming the Face of Lux in Nigeria in 2004 and the Face of MUD cosmetics in Nigeria in 2010.

In 2009, at the age of 29, Nnaji launched her clothing line called St. Genevieve. The proceeds from her clothing line are dedicated to charitable causes, showcasing her philanthropic endeavors.

While Genevieve Nnaji's music career did not achieve the same level of success as her acting career, her music was heard beyond Nigeria's borders. In 2004, she signed a record deal with EKB Records of Ghana, marking the beginning of her music career. Under the label, she released her debut music album titled "One Logologo Line," which consisted of eight tracks:

1. "Me Bre Wo" ft. Obour

2. "Thinking of You" ft. Kojo Antwi

3. "Native Doctor" ft. Dede

4. "One Logologo Line" ft. V.I.P

5. "Bumo it Up"

6. "No More"

7. "Missing You"

8. "Genevieve"

Additionally, Genevieve Nnaji appeared as a vixen in the award-winning song "Fall in Love" by D'Banj in 2008.

Movies 

1. FELA! Ten-Twenty (TV Mini Series)

2. Farming

3. Lionheart

4. Road to Yesterday

5. The Magazine Show (TV Mini Series)

6. Half of a Yellow Sun

7. Doctor Bello

8. Weekend Getaway

9. Sacred Lies series

10. The Mirror Boy

11. Bursting Out

12. Tango with Me

13. Ijé: The Journey

14. Felicima: One Gift

15. Silent Scandal series

16. The End of Sleepwalker Part 1

17. The End of Sleepwalker Part 2

18. Jealous Lovers series

19. Deadly Mistake

20. Church Business series

21. The Chosen One series

22. Last Weekend series

23. By His Grace

24. Above Death: In God We Trust

25. Passions

26. Late Marriage

27. Passion & Pain

28. Emergency Wedding

29. Super Love

30. Sharon Stone in Abuja

31. Love

32. Break Up series

33. Butterfly

34. Private Sin series

35. Honey series

36. Player: Mr. Lover Man

37. Blood Sister series

38. Valentino series

39. Formidable Force

40. Power of Love series

41. Sharon Stone series

42. Keeping Faith: Is That Love?

43. Runs!

44. Battle Line series

45. Fire Dancer series

46. Love Boat

47. Death Warrant

48. Ijele

49. Camouflage

50. Sakobi 2: The Final Battle

51. Most Wanted series

Awards and nominations 

She has received multiple awards throughout her career. 

1. The 19th Black Reel Awards (FAAAF) recognized her film as the Outstanding Foreign Film/World Cinema Motion Picture in 2019.

2. She won the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for Best Movie West Africa in 2016.

3. She received the Nigerian Entertainment Awards for her roles in "Half of a Yellow Sun" in 2014 and as the Best Actress in a TV Series in 2010.

4. She was honored with the Nollywood and African Film Critics Awards (NAFCA) for her outstanding performance as a leading actress in 2013.

5. She won the Nollywood Movies Awards in 2012 for being the viewers' choice in the female category.

6. She received the Best Actress award at the Zulu African Film Academy Awards in 2011.

7. Her performance in the movie "Bursting Out" earned her the Best Actress award at the Best of Nollywood Awards in 2011.

8. She was honored at the Ghana Movie Awards in 2010 for her role in "Silent Scandals."

9. In 2005, she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

10. She received the City People Award for Best Actress in 2001.

These awards recognize her talent and achievements in the film industry.

Parents and Siblings 

Genevieve's parents have always piqued curiosity, but they prefer to stay away from public attention. They are occasionally mentioned in discussions about their daughter. Genevieve's mother is Lady Bernadette Nnaji, and her father's name is Theophilus Nnaji.

Although Genevieve has siblings, she tends to receive more media coverage compared to them. She has two siblings named Ebuka Nnaji and Stephen Nnaji. While her siblings may be successful in their own endeavors, Genevieve shines as the star of the family.

Speculations Surrounding Genevieve Nnaji's Health and Social Media Activity" 

Genevieve Nnaji has recently been rumored to be facing a mental health condition. These reports originated on social media and have not been confirmed. It is said that she is currently in the United States, where she is receiving treatment for the alleged condition.

In addition to this, Genevieve Nnaji has been absent from significant events in Nigeria for some time. Moreover, she had deleted all the posts from her Instagram page. However, she made a comeback on social media on Sunday, after more than a year of removing all her pictures. Her return was met with joy by many Nigerians, with her post receiving nearly 300k likes and over 20,000 comments at the time of this report.

Genevieve nnaji's daughter

Genevieve Nnaji is a proud mother and cherishes her role as a parent. She welcomed her beautiful daughter, Chimebuka Nnaji, when she was just 17 years old. Chimebuka has grown up to be an accomplished individual and is the proud owner of Naj Makeup. Her mother's influence and connections have contributed to her success, and she is making waves in her own right.

There have been rumors circulating about the father of Genevieve's daughter, with some speculating that it is Dotun Oladipo, also known as Acura, a popular figure in the Egbeda area of Lagos. Despite her young age when she became a mother, Genevieve Nnaji embraces her role as a proud grandmother and finds fulfillment in her life.

Who is Genevieve Nnaji’s Husband?

Genevieve Nnaji, a well-known actress, has been romantically linked with several entertainers, including D’banj. However, despite these relationships, she has chosen to remain single for many years. Genevieve's primary focus has been on her successful career and taking care of her daughter, who is now a mother herself.

As of now, Genevieve Nnaji is not in a relationship and is still single. However, she has hinted that she might consider getting married in the future.

Houses and cars

Genevieve Nnaji has a fondness for luxury cars, and she owns a collection of exotic vehicles that reflect her taste. Among her notable cars are the Mercedes Benz G-wagon and the Range Rover Evoque, among others.

In terms of real estate, Genevieve possesses two lavish mansions worth millions of naira. One is located in Ikoyi, another in Lekki, and she also had an expensive mansion in Ghana during her time with EKB Records in Ghana. Additionally, she owns a mansion in Abuja.

Endorsement deals 

Genevieve Nnaji's wealth doesn't solely come from her work in Nollywood. She has also secured lucrative endorsement deals with various companies, earning her millions of naira. Genevieve serves as a brand ambassador for several well-known brands. Some of the companies she has collaborated with include Amstel Malta, Citron, Etisalat, Lux, and Range Rover. These partnerships have contributed significantly to her financial success.

Net worth 

Genevieve Nnaji is considered one of the richest female actresses in Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry. Her estimated net worth is around $12 million dollars. These partnerships have played a major role in her financial success.

Social media 

You can find Genevieve Nnaji on social media using the handle @GenevieveNnaji.