Mercy Eke // ⓘ (born 29 September 1990), is a Nigerian media personality, actress, video vixen and entrepreneur from Imo State. She won season 4 of Big Brother Naija in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the reality show.[2][3] She is the founder of MNM luxury.
Mercy Eke | |
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 Eke speaking with Wazobia Max TV in 2019 | |
| Born | 29 September 1990[1] |
| Education | Imo State University |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2019–present |
| Television | Big Brother Naija |
| Children | None |
| Awards | AMVCA 2020 |
On 14 March 2020, Eke received the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award for Best Dressed Female.[4]
Early life edit
Eke is from Imo State, Nigeria. She attended Egbu Girls Secondary School in Owerri, and graduated from Imo State University in 2014. Eke appeared as a vixen in the music video for Davido and Ichaba's single "Baby Mama".[5] She also appeared in the music video for Airboy's song "Nawo Nawo".[6] Eke auditioned for Big Brother Naija four times before becoming a contestant.[7]
Career edit
Eke entered the Big Brother Naija house on 30 June 2019. She was announced as the winner in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the show .[8]
After winning season 4 of Big Brother Naija, Eke became an ambassador and influencer for various organizations. In 2020, she made her acting debut in the Nollywood film Fate of Alakada.[9] Eke has also appeared in short comedy skits alongside a few Nigerian comedians.[10][11] She joined Big Brother Naija All Star, July 2023[12]
Business deals edit
Eke has signed endorsement deals and become a brand ambassador for multiple brands, including Ciroc and Mr.Taxi.[13][14] She also launched her own clothing line MNM Luxury.[15]
Filmography edit
| Year | Reality Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Big Brother Naija Season 4 | Herself/
Contestant |
Reality show/
Game show |
| 2020 | Fate of Alakada[16] | Herself | Film |
| 2023 | Big Brother Naija Season 8 All Stars | Herself/
Contestant |
Reality Show/
Game Show |
Music videos edit
| Year | Title | Artist | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | "Baby Mama" | Ichaba featuring Davido | [17] |
| 2017 | "Nawo Nawo Song" | Airboy | [18] |
| 2019 | "Ije Ego" | MC Galaxy | [19] |
| 2020 | "Take It" | Rudeboy | [20] |
Awards and nominations edit
| Year | Event | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Scream Awards | Celebrity Sensation of the year | Won | [21] |
| 2020 | AMVCA | Best Dressed female | Won | [22] |
| Net Honours | Most Popular Couple | Won | [23] | |
| 2021 | Most Popular Person | Nominated | [24] |
References edit
- ^ Sare, Watimagbo (2022). "Mercy Eke's True Age Revealed via her VIN". Legit.ng. Retrieved 21 October 2023.
- ^ "Mercy breaks the jinx, wins BBNaija grand finale". Punch Newspapers. 19 September 2019. Retrieved 7 October 2019.
- ^ "Mercy Eke Bbnaija Biography". BBN. 19 September 2019. Archived from the original on 7 October 2019. Retrieved 7 October 2019.
- ^ "BBNaija Pepper dem stars, Mercy Eke and Mike Edwards, win Best Dressed Award at 7th AMVCAs". 15 March 2020.
- ^ Odutuyo, Adeyinka (5 August 2019). "BBNaija's Mercy sighted as a video vixen alongside Davido and Ichaba". Legit.ng - Nigeria news.
- ^ "'Nawo nawo' [Video]". 6 April 2017.
- ^ "StackPath". leadership.ng. 20 October 2019.
- ^ "Mercy Eke Makes History, Emerges First Female to Win Big Brother Naija". 6 October 2019.
- ^ "Mercy Eke makes Nollywood debut in "Fate Of Alakada" - P.M. News". www.pmnewsnigeria.com. Retrieved 20 March 2020.
- ^ "Find Out Why #BBNaija's Mercy Slapped Broda Shaggi in this Hilarious Video | Watch". 15 January 2020.
- ^ "BBNaija's Mercy Eke slapped Broda Shaggi in 'silent war'". 18 January 2020. Archived from the original on 28 October 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2020.
- ^ Adeyemi, Ameedat (23 July 2023). "Mercy, WhiteMoney, Seyi others unveiled as housemates for BBNaija 'All-stars' edition". Peoples Gazette. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ Oladimeji (1 November 2019). "BBNaija: Mercy signs new endorsement deal with Mr Taxi | 36NG". Retrieved 20 March 2020.
- ^ Yaakugh, Caroline (22 November 2019). "Just like Tacha, Mercy signs partnership deal with same popular liquor brand". www.legit.ng. Retrieved 20 March 2020.
- ^ Oladimeji (21 December 2019). "Mercy Eke Launches Clothing Line 'MNM Luxury'". 36ng.
- ^ "BBNaija's Mercy Eke makes acting debut in Toyin Abraham's 'Fate of Alakada'". 24 January 2020.
- ^ "Ichaba ft Davido - Baby Mama [Official Video] | FreeMe TV" – via www.youtube.com.
- ^ "Airboy - Nawo Nawo (Official Video)" – via www.youtube.com.
- ^ "BBNaija's Mercy and Ike Star in MC Galaxy's 'Ije Ego' Video". 2 January 2020.
- ^ "Cryptic Messages Between Mercy Eke & Paul Okoye 'Rudeboy' On Instagram Sparks Secret Dating Rumors (Photos)". 6 February 2020.
- ^ "Scream Awards: Mercy Bags 'Celebrity Sensation of the year' Award". Women Africa. 15 November 2019. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
- ^ "#2020 AMVCA: Funke Akindele, Ramsey Nouah win big (FULL LIST OF WINNERS) | Premium Times Nigeria". 14 March 2020. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
- ^ Correspondent, Local (3 August 2020). "BBNaija 2020: Mercy and Ike win Most Popular Couple in the NET 2020 Award". ABTC. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
- ^ "Net Honours - The Class of 2021". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 21 July 2021.