Regina Chukwu Listen (born 23 March 1980) is a Nigerian actor, film producer and director.[3]

Regina Chukwu
Born (1980-03-23) 23 March 1980 (age 46)[1][2]
CitizenshipNigeria
Alma materLagos State Polytechnic
OccupationFilm actress

Early life and education

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Chukwu was born in Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, but she is from Enugu State, Nigeria.[4] She attended Alimosho Primary and Grammar School before proceeding to Lagos State Polytechnic.[5][6]

Personal life

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Chukwu married in her early 20s and has two children, a son and a daughter. Her husband died of tuberculosis three years into the marriage.[7][8]

Filmography

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  • Ogunso
  • Idaro
  • Akun
  • Ewatomi
  • Bridal Shower
  • Encounter
  • Two Mothers
  • Family Ties
  • Oju ogbe mileyi (2009) as Adedoja
  • Ifedolapo (2015) as Nurse Nkechi
  • Couple's Award (2017) as Lizzy
  • Agbede Meji (2017)
  • Wetin Women Want (2018) as Yeni
  • Alase (2020)
  • Battle on Buka Street (2022)[9] as Charity

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Result Ref
2011 Best of Nollywood Awards Best Actress in a Supporting Role Nominated
2013 African Magic Viewers'Choice Awards Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Nominated
2019 Best of Nollywood Awards Best Supporting Actress (Yoruba) Won
2020 Best Supporting Actress (Yoruba) Nominated

References

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  1. "Regina Chukwu celebrates birthday with Amazing photos – Vanguard Allure". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. March 23, 2019. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
  2. Izuzu, Chibumga (March 23, 2016). "6 things you should know about "Akun" actress". Pulse Nigeria. Archived from the original on February 10, 2020. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
  3. "It is expensive to survive in Dubai — Regina Chukwu". The Punch. 2018-11-04. Retrieved 2022-08-06.
  4. Sesan (2018-04-22). "I prefer acting with Yoruba actors to Igbo colleagues –Regina Chukwu". The Punch. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
  5. THISDAYLIVE, Home – (October 15, 2020). "Regina Chukwu: I Used to Sell Wares By Road Side… Now I Live a Better Life". This Day. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
  6. Owolawi, Taiwo (April 28, 2022). "Mercy Aigbe and other top Yoruba Nollywood actors who are not Yorubas". Legit.ng. Retrieved August 6, 2022.
  7. Bolawa, Pelumi (2025-05-28). "Regina Chukwu: How I lost my husband to tuberculosis". TheCable. Retrieved 2026-02-18.
  8. Enenaite, Blessing (2023-01-06). "My children want me to remarry – Regina Chukwu". The Punch. Retrieved 2024-11-07.
  9. "Funke Akindele premieres new movie, 'Battle on Buka Street'". Nigerian Tribune. 2022-12-18. Retrieved 2023-06-04.
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