Angela Ijeoma Okorie

Born: 1985-08-17 (age 41)
Birthplace: Cotonou, Benin Republic
Occupation: Actress, Musician, Model
Alma Mater: University of Lagos, Lagos State University
AKA: Angela Okorie

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Career Stats

Stable

Movies: 1
Lead Roles: 1

Career Overview

Angela Ijeoma Okorie has 1 film credits since 2016 .

Peak: 2016

Role Distribution

Actress ×1

Genre Breakdown

Versatility: MediumFav: Thriller

Drama

Romance

Thriller

Biography

EARLY LIFE

Angela Ijeoma Okorie was born on August 17, 1985, in Cotonou, Benin Republic, as the third of five children. She spent much of her early life in Cotonou, where she was raised in a close-knit Christian family. Hailing from Ishiagu, in the Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria. After relocating to Nigeria, Angela continued her education and later enrolled at the University of Lagos, where she pursued a degree in Theatre Arts. She went on to study Public Administration at Lagos State University.

CAREER

Angela Okorie made her entry into Nollywood in 2009, transitioning from a successful modeling career. Her debut came in the movie Sincerity. Her breakthrough came with the movie Holy Serpent. Notable films include: Sincerity (2009), Holy Serpent (2011), Gallant Babes (2011), The Code (2011), Divorce Not Allowed (2018), Fubara’s Wish (2020), Secret Code, Heart of a Widow, Royal Vampire, Forbidden Confession, Wicked Intention, End of the Game. Angela is also a passionate musician with tracks such as “Someday,” “E Pain Dem,” “Legit,” and “Baby Chuchu.” She has ventured into entrepreneurship.

PERSONAL LIFE

Angela Okorie was previously married to Chukwuma Orizu, and their union produced a son, Chamberlain Orizu. In July 2020, speculation about a second marriage surfaced with Nwele Michael Chukwudi. Controversies include Feud with Uche Elendu (2023), Public Feud with Zubby Michael (2024), Assassination Attempt (2019), Criticism of Fellow Actresses (May 2024), Dispute with Burna Boy (February 2025), Feud with Mercy Johnson and Regina Daniels (2025). False Eviction Rumors (November 2024). Opposition to Same-Sex Relationships.