Chelsea Eze (born Chelsea Ada Ezerioha; November 15, 1985) is a Nigerian actress. She came into prominence in her first

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film '' Silent Scandals'' where she acted alongside

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and Majid Michel. She also won the '' Most Promising Actress'' award for her role in the film at the

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Early life and education

Chelsea was born in

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, a state located in the northwestern region of Nigeria, though she is an Igbo descent from

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, southeast Nigeria. Her parents were both bankers. She attended Federal Government Girls College Minjibir and St. Louis Secondary School both in Kano. She studied English and linguistics at

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. According to an interview with ''

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'' she stated that "My childhood was fun because then,

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was very peaceful and beautiful".

Career

Prior to her role in ''Silent Scandals'', she was a model and her only acting experience was in

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, which she did in church. She was invited by producer Vivian Ejike to audition for a supporting role in ''Silent Scandals'', and she was chosen to appear in the film. She has featured in several other popular films like '' Two Brides and a Baby'' (2011), '' Hoodrush'' (2012) and '' Murder at Prime Suites'' (2013).

Personal life

Chelsea grew up as an introvert but learnt how to express herself during her secondary school days. She is in a serious relationship. Her nickname is Poukka.

Filmography

Accolades

External links

References

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