Uzor Arukwe Biography, Education, Career, Controversies, And Net Worth

Maria Olanrewaju | October 21, 2024 | Find It | No Comments

Uzor Arukwe, born on August 6, 1983, is a Nigerian actor hailing from Abia State in southeastern Nigeria. He has earned recognition for his contributions to both stage and screen, making a name for himself within Nollywood through his diverse roles and performances.

Uzor Arukwe Profile

Name	Uzor Arukwe
Real Name	Uzor Arukwe
Date of Birth	6 August 1983
Age	41 years
State of Origin	Abia State
Tribe	Igbo
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Actor
Religion	Christianity
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$500,000
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Educational Background

Arukwe attended Nigerian Navy Secondary School in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for his early education. He holds two bachelor’s degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, both from Abia State University. Following his undergraduate studies, he pursued a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in Calabar.

Career

Uzor Arukwe began his Nollywood journey in 2014 with his debut in Unspoken Truth. He is a professional Nollywood Actor and his breakthrough came with his portrayal of Inspector Sam in the film Sergeant Tutu. In 2019, his role as a private investigator in Code Wilo further solidified his position in the industry.

He has since received multiple nominations, including two for Best Actor in a Comedy or Movie at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for Smash and Size 12. He was also nominated for Best Actor at the 2021 Best of Nollywood Awards for his performance in Yours Regardless.

Controversies

In a candid interview, Uzor shared a deeply personal story about a past relationship where his girlfriend left him for another woman. He recounted the emotional turmoil this caused, explaining how it challenged his understanding of relationships. The experience left a lasting impact, making him initially wary of forming new connections with women.

Uzor Arukwe Social Media Handle

https://www.instagram.com/uzor.arukwe/?hl=en

Personal Life

Although Uzor prefers to keep details of his private life away from the public, he is known to be married with children. However, the identity of his wife has not been disclosed.