Zack Orji

An Iconic, veteran actor, producer, director , he comes from Enugu state Nsukka, Zack Orji graduated from the university of Nsukka with a degree in Estate management, he has starred in more than 200 movies, he also served as the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Zack Orji has also received the AMVCA award as best actor, his married to Ngozi Orji and they are blessed with three children.

EARLY LIFE

Born Zachee Ama Orji in 1960 in Libreville, Gabon, he grew up across various West African countries including Cameroon, Benin, and Togo. These travels allowed him to become fluent in both English and French. He is the eldest of seven children.

CAREER

Orji's acting career began in 1991 with his debut in the movie 'Unforgiven Sin'. He rose to prominence following his role in the 1994 hit 'Glamour Girls'. Over three decades, he has featured in more than 250 Nollywood productions. In 2000, he made his directorial debut with 'WEB'. Beyond cinema, he was ordained as a pastor in 2012 and is a former president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria.

PERSONAL LIFE

He is married to actress and singer Ngozi Orji, with whom he has three children, including the musician Leo’Nel. He is a graduate of Estate Management from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and is involved in real estate and philanthropy.