Judith Iwu
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Judith Iwu | |
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| Born | 27 May 1982 Sokoto, Sokoto State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Other names | Judith Chinenye Iwu |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2008 – present |
| Notable work | House of Trouble, Kidnappers |
| Children | 3 |
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Judith Iwu (born 27 May 1982) is a Nigerian Nollywood actress[1][2][3] who rose to fame with the hit movie House of Trouble.[4][5][6]
Early life
Judith Iwu hails from Mbaitolu local government area in Imo State. She was born in Sokoto State, Nigeria to Obioma Ononuju and Cecilia Ononuju. She attended Umudim Central School and Ihodimeze Primary School for her elementary education before proceeding to Amaimo Girls Secondary School and Atta Girls Secondary School for her secondary education in Ikeduru local government area, Imo State. After completing her secondary education, Iwu relocated to Lagos State and pursued a degree in Insurance at the University of Lagos.[5][6][7][8][9]
Career
Judith Iwu started her acting career with stage dramas in 2008, before officially joining the Nigerian Nollywood film industry in 2010. She came to limelight with her role in the 2016 movie “House of Trouble” and acted in other movies such as Priceless Woman, Nicest Gifts to Men, Evil Household, Enemies of Progress, Oga Madam, and Throne of Disaster etc.[5][10] Judith Iwu while speaking on the welfare of her colleagues said she was once a victim of poisoning while on set.[11]
Personal life
Iwu married in 1999, and had three children. She divorced her husband in 2006, due to domestic violence.[5] Iwu focused on healing and rebuilding her life through her career.[9]
Recognition
In June 2023, Judith Iwu received the prestigious International Media Personality Award by John Terence Media Limited in collaboration with International Kingdom University United States of America, recognizing Judith as a role model for aspiring artists.[5][6]
Filmography
Judith Iwu has acted in several movies since joining the movie industry.[10]
| Year | Film | Notes |
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| 2012 | Bleeding Crown | With Amaechi Muonagor, Mercy Johnson, Paul Awurum |
| Throne of Disaster | With Amaechi Muonagor, Mercy Johnson | |
| 2015 | House of Trouble | With Chiwetalu Agu |
| Enemies of Progress | With Nkem Owoh, Amaechi Muonagor, Uche Ogbodo | |
| Evil Household | I & II with Ken Erics, Zulu Adigwe, Joyce Kalu, Lizzy Gold | |
| 2016 | Priceless Woman | With Patience Ozokwor |
| Nicest Gifts to Men | With Uche Odoputa | |
| Virgins On Fire | With Joyce Kalu and Roy De Nani | |
| 2017 | Oga Madam |
See also
References
- ^ Lawore, Mutiat; Telegraph-Admin, New (2024-04-20). "Judith Iwu: Actors Deserve Better Working Conditions". New Telegraph. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Some actresses now engage in voodoo to turn men into ATM – Judith Iwu". Vanguard News. September 25, 2022. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ "Judith Iwu: How Nollywood actresses use voodoo to trap, turn men to ATM". The Herald. 2022-09-25. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ Lawore, Mutiat; Admin, New Telegraph (2024-03-01). "Hardship: Let's Show Love To One Another –Judith IWU - New Telegraph". newtelegraphng.com. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ a b c d e "Judith Iwu: A Shining Star in Nollywood". Vanguard News. September 17, 2023. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ a b c "Judith Iwu: Award-Winning Actress and Inspirational Role Model. - Vanguard News". vanguardngr.com. June 16, 2023. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ "80% of actors today are not trained —Judith Iwu. - Vanguard News". vanguardngr.com. July 10, 2022. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ "Why I insured my bum – Judith Iwu.- Vanguard News". vanguardngr.com. February 25, 2024. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ a b "Judith Iwu at 40: A Tale of Triumph and Talent". Vanguard News. May 27, 2022. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ a b Rapheal (2024-03-08). "Getting married early, my worst mistake –Judith Iwu, actress". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-04-27.
- ^ "Nollywood deaths: Actors' Guild, Govt have huge role to play – Judith Iwu. - Vanguard News". vanguardngr.com. April 21, 2024. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
