Korra Obidi, also known as Anita Chukwumfumnaya Obidi, is a highly talented Nigerian performer who currently resides in the United States. She has a wide range of artistic skills, excelling in dancing, singing, songwriting, and modeling. Korra was born on June 23, 1991, and she comes from Ogboli, Ibusa, Oshimili North Delta State in Nigeria. In her hometown, she is recognized as the Princess of Ogboli and proudly carries the titles of "First of her name" and "Last of her kind" as the granddaughter of Di Okpa Obi Obidi.

Korra Obidi

Early Life And Education

Korra Obidi was born on June 23, 1991, in Oshimili, Delta State, Nigeria. She grew up in Lagos State, where she received her education and training.

She completed her high school education at Command High School in the Ojo neighborhood of Lagos State. After that, she enrolled at the University of Education, where she pursued a degree in business education.

Korra Obidi comes from a family of three girls and one boy. Unfortunately, her mother has passed away. Her family followed the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, and during her upbringing, she kept her passion for dancing a secret from them..

Career 

Korra Obidi is a multi-talented artist known for her exceptional skills in dancing, acting, modelling, and music. Her dance career took off in 2007 and she gained recognition when she was nominated for the Best Dancer at the AFRIMMA awards in 2017. Demonstrating her dance prowess, she performed in the Basketball Africa League during the 2017/2018 season and participated in the American talent show "So You Think You Can Dance" in 2019, even while she was pregnant. 

Obidi made her mark in the Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, where she started as a child star in the late 2000s. She made a successful comeback to acting in 2022, appearing in the movie "What If" alongside stars like Alexx Ekubo, Bolanle Ninalowo, Mercy Ima Macjoe, and Patience Ozokwor. She also featured in TV series including "Another Ordinary Day", "The Flatmates", "Lumba Boys" with Francis Duru, and the movie "Saro, the Musical."

As a model, Obidi walked the runway at the Port Harcourt International Fashion Week and the GTBank Fashion Week. She was crowned Miss Congeniality at the Miss Global pageant Nigeria and featured in the music video for the American group Black Eyed Peas' "Wings" as well as for Nigerian musicians Tekno and Orezi's "Whine For Daddy."

Obidi's music career is equally impressive. Her first single "Man Like You" was released in 2015, with a video directed by Paul Gambit. She also dropped songs like "Kilibe" featuring Mz Kiss, and "Vibration" featuring Victoria Kimani. Her discography includes two albums - "Woman Power Series" (2016) and "Sounds From The Throne Room" (2019).

Family 

IKorra Obidi, in several interviews, openly discussed her family background. Her parents' names are Pauline and Anthony Obi Obidi. Unfortunately, her mother passed away when she was young. Her father is a retired banker from Delta State. Korra and her siblings were raised in a Christian household, which greatly influenced her upbringing. From a young age, she actively participated in church activities. However, due to her conservative upbringing, she had certain restrictions such as not being able to play outside with other children or have any body piercings.

Siblings 

Korra Obidi has two sisters and one brother, so she is not the only child in her family. Among her siblings, her sister Nancy Umeh is the most recognized, thanks to Korra's social media presence and media coverage related to their relationship.

Children 

Korra Obidi is a mother of two children. Her first daughter, June Dean, was born in 2019, and her second daughter, Athena Dean, was born in March 2022. Korra opted for a water birth, and her soon-to-be ex-husband, Justine Dean, was present to oversee the process.

Husband 

Is Korra Obidi divorced?

Korra Obidi, a renowned dancer, faced a significant personal event when she divorced her American husband, Justin Dean. Their marriage, which began with a traditional wedding in Lagos in 2017, lasted four years before unraveling due to a series of complex issues.

Justin Dean alleged that Korra's treatment of their children led him to seek a divorce. Additionally, he accused her of infidelity multiple times throughout their marriage. However, Korra countered these accusations, claiming that Justin was often verbally abusive and disrespectful towards her, especially in front of their children.

Initially, Korra denied the allegations of infidelity. However, during an Instagram live session with her sister, she confessed to having an affair prior to their relocation to the United States.

In the midst of these contentious circumstances surrounding their divorce, Korra refuted Justin's claims of verbal abuse. She asserted that she would share her version of events when she felt emotionally ready to do so. Despite these personal challenges, Korra Obidi continues to make her mark in the world of dance.

Awards And Nomination

Korra Obidi received recognition for her exceptional skills when she was nominated for the prestigious title of Africa's Best Dancer at the 2017 AFRIMMA Awards. This nomination added to her already impressive list of accolades and nominations in various prestigious awards.

Korra Obidi Songs

Korra Obidi has released an impressive collection of songs accompanied by stunning music videos. Some of her notable tracks include

1. "Park Well"

2. "My Bobo"

3. "Kilibe"

4. "No Time"

5. "Man Like You"

6. "Money Be Person"

7. "Jeje"

8. "Rest of Mind"

9. "Sugar"

10. "Strong Love"

11. "Africa"

12. "Alter Ego"

Korra Obidi's Publication 

Korra Obidi has written two books that are available on Amazon. One of them is called "Korra and the Last Seed of Odinani," which is a children's book. The second book is titled "My Active Pregnancy: A Memoir of My Trimesters."

Houses And Cars

It is worth mentioning that Korra Obidi, a Nigerian singer and dancer, has achieved significant milestones in her personal life. She recently shared exciting news on her Instagram page, revealing that she has acquired a house worth $1.6 million. The video she posted hinted that the newly purchased property is located in Brentwood, Los Angeles.

In addition to her new home, She recently shared exciting news on her Instagram page, revealing that she has acquired a Jeep Wrangler SUV. This demonstrates her success and reflects her dedication to her craft as a talented and accomplished artist.

Net Worth

Korra Obidi, a dedicated full-time entertainer, has reportedly amassed an impressive estimated net worth of $400,000. 

Social Media Handles

You can easily connect with Korra Obidi through various social media platforms:

Instagram: You can find her on Instagram with the username @KorraObidi.

Twitter: Follow her on Twitter by searching for @KorraObidi.