Casilda Okanlawon

EARLY LIFE

Casilda Okanlawon was born on 29 August 1998 in London, United Kingdom, to Nigerian (Yoruba) parents. She is an identical twin; her sister is Samantha Okan (Sam Okan). The sisters grew up in London and are collectively known as the Okan Twins. From a young age they showed interest in performance, participating in school plays and later pursuing formal drama training.

CAREER

Casilda trained in acting in London and began working in UK television, film, commercials, and music videos. Early credits include appearances or supporting roles in Silent Witness (BBC), Food Unwrapped (Channel 4), Glow Up (BBC Three, as a model), The Tunnel, and various short films and commercials (including work for Please Mobile). She also appeared in music videos such as JHus’s “Did You See” and projects involving Naira Marley (“+44”). Casilda has built a diverse resume spanning film, television, and voice acting. Notably, she appeared alongside her twin sister as "Geeky Girl 2" in Kunle Afolayan's acclaimed 2020 Netflix film Citation. Her other screen credits include roles in Hard to Leave Backstories (2021), Aaron & Kadeem (2020), and short films like Falling Star and So What Now?. Transitioning into music, the twins (as Sam & Cas / Okan Twins) released their debut single “Ocean” in late 2022, described as a flirty, romantic Afro-pop track that marked their entry into the Nigerian music scene. They followed with the single “Demo,” an empowerment-themed Afro-pop song, and have performed live while building a presence as Afro-fusion/Afro-pop artists. They continue to blend acting, modelling, content creation, and music.

PERSONAL LIFE

Casilda maintains a close professional and personal partnership with her twin sister Sam. The pair have described themselves as “Double Trouble” and have spoken about switching roles or supporting each other in auditions and everyday life. They later spent significant time in Lagos, Nigeria, pursuing music and Nollywood opportunities while retaining strong UK roots.

Casilda has worked as a model in addition to acting. The Okan Twins brand emphasizes their dual identity—British upbringing with Nigerian cultural roots—and creative versatility across film, television, music, and digital content. They have highlighted the contrast between UK and Lagos lifestyles while building careers that span both markets.