Femi Branchⓘ (born May 14, 1970) is a Nigerian actor, director and producer.[1][2][3][4]
Femi Branch | |
|---|---|
| Born | Femi Branch 14 May 1970 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Obafemi Awolowo University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, producer |
| Years active | 1991–present |
Early life edit
Branch was born on May 14, 1970. His parents were teachers in Sagamu, Nigeria.[5] He attended Satellite Town Primary School at Amuwo Odofin before attending the Airforce Secondary School at Ikeja.[6] He later proceeded to Obafemi Awolowo University where, though admitted for Religious Studies, he later obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dramatic Arts.[7]
Career edit
Branch began his career at Obafemi Awolowo University in 1991, the same year he featured in a yoruba stage play titled Eniyan.[8] He later featured in a movie titled Orisun (meaning: Origin) produced by members of staff of Obafemi Awolowo University but his first appearance on television was in 2003 in an MTN Group television commercial titled "Dance with me".[9] He appeared in the role of Oscar in a soap opera titled Domino.[8] He has since appeared in over a hundred Nigerian films, a few of which he produced and directed.[2]
Awards and nominations edit
| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead Role - English | Nominated | [10] |
References edit
- ^ "TOP ACTOR FEMI BRANCH OPENS UP ON N4M DEBT SCANDAL". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ a b "Nollywood Actor, Femi Branch Play Host @ Miss Insurance Grand Finale -- article". dailytimes.com.ng. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ Okporu, Rachel (2021-09-25). "Actor Femi Branch reacts to Bobrisky and Mompha's dating allegation". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 2022-03-12.
- ^ "Yaw, Timi Dakolo, 9ice, others x-ray Nigeria with stage play, Po". Punch Newspapers. 2022-06-19. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
- ^ Tolu. "Nollywood Actor, Femi Branch, Battles Serious Spiritual Problem…". INFORMATION NIGERIA. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "Femi Branch: How Acting Affects Family Life, Articles - THISDAY LIVE". thisdaylive.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "I have a ministry, but Im not a pastor -Femi Branch". modernghana.com. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ a b "A Bookjam Treat for Abuja Literati, Articles - THISDAY LIVE". thisdaylive.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ "PLAYING THE BAD BOY IN MOVIES IS CHALLENGING,-- FEMI BRANCH". nigeriafilms.com. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
- ^ Augoye, Jayne (2018-12-10). "BON Awards 2018: Tope Oshin, Tana Adelana win big". Retrieved 2021-10-09.
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