Richest Nollywood Actresses: The Nollywood industry in Nigeria has without a doubt produced some talented actresses over the years.
Some of these actress have not only made a name for themselves in the entertainment industry but have also made huge amount of money in the cause of their careers.
In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 richest Nollywood actresses in 2024.
1. Genevieve Nnaji
As of 2024, Genevieve Nnaji is one of the richest Nollywood actress in Nigeria with a net worth of $10 Million. She is a prominent actress, director, and movie producer known for her outstanding acting talents and performance in movies.
Genevieve was born and brought in Imo State where she did her primary and secondary school education before moving to Lagos State university to attain her degree.
After graduating from the University, she ventured into acting movies in 1987 and has so far become a household name in the industry.
Talking of awards, Genevieve has gotten numerous awards and nominations both national and international. She is such an amazing actress with wonderful skills.
2. Rita Dominic
Rita Dominic is another famous Nollywood actress in Nigeria whose acting talents has catapulted her to fame. The actress became known following her appearance in a Nollywood blockbuster movie titled “Mark of The Beast” She is among the wealthiest Nollywood actresses in the country with a mouth watering net of $9.5 Million.
3. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is a popular actress, influencer, movie director and producer in Nollywood. Asides acting in movies, she is a successful entrepreneur with other multi million Naira businesses and investment to her name.
Omotola is from Lagos State, she joined the industry long ago and has appeared in numerous blockbuster movies that has gotten her accolades and Global Recognition. The beautiful actress remains on the list of top richest Nollywood actresses with a net worth of $8.5 Million.
4. Mercy Johnson-Okojie
Mercy Johnson-Okojie is a well respected actress in Nigeria. She started acting right from her childhood age, Mercy Is a perfect example of a successful actress and the 4th wealthiest actress in Nigeria. Mercy has a net worth of $7.5 Million.
Her wonderful acting skills and the ability to cry in every movie made her one of the best actress with big fan base in the entertainment industry.
5. Funke Akindele-Bello
Next on our list is award winning Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele-Bello. Funke is a veteran actress who appears in mostly, Yoruba speaking movies. She rose to stardom for her role in “Jenifa’s Diary. The actress is also into producing movies, her latest movie, Omo Ghetto-The Saga received praises and Global Recognitions.
With a net worth of $6.5 Million, Funke Akindele-Bello is the 5th richest Nollywood actress in the movie industry.
6. Ini Edo
Ini Edo is a renowned Nigerian actress in Nollywood, she is regarded as one of the most beautiful actress in the industry . Ini hails from Akwa Ibom State, her acting career started in 2003, since then, she has appeared in different movies with prominent actors like Zubby Michael, Yul Edochie, Rex Nosa and others.
Edo is not only a successful actress but also a brand ambassador, Philanthropist, entrepreneur with a net worth $5.5 Million.
7. Uche Jombo
Uche Jombo is a talented actress, producer, and screenwriter from the Nollywood industry. She has appeared in several successful movies and has also produced and written scripts for various films.
Uche’s outstanding and talents have contributed to her success as an actress. She was born in Abia State, uche went to the university of Calabar before joining the film industry. Jombo is the 7th richest Nollywood actress in Nigeria. Her net worth is around $4.5 Million.
8. Tonto Dikeh
Tonto Dikeh is a popular Nollywood actress, singer, entrepreneur and Philanthropist. This list will not be completed without her name.
Tonto has established a very good name for herself in the industry, her acting skills and humanitarian activities have earned her recognition and wealth. Dikeh is the 8th wealthiest Nollywood actress. Tonto has $3.5 Million in net worth.
9. Kate Henshaw
Kate Henshaw is a veteran actress who has been in the industry for several years. The 52 years old actress who hails from Calabar have made a very good contribution in the industry with her amazing acting performance.
She Is a brand ambassador to top companies in the country. Henshaw has in the cause of her career made huge amount of money making her one of the richest in Nollywood. Kate is worth $2.5 Million.
10. Stephanie Okereke Linus
Stephanie Okereke Linus is a famous Nollywood actress, film director and producer. She has gotten several awards and nominations for her acting skills in movies. Her ability to adapt to every role given to her is outstanding.
Okereke is such a beautiful and lovely actress who has captured the heart of many Nollywood movie lovers with her talents in acting.
She is the 10th wealth Nollywood actress in Nollywood. The net worth of Stephanie Okereke is $1.5 Million.
Conclusion
What do you think of the above mention Nollywood actresses on this list? Drop your comments below. Through talents, hard work, and deals, some of these actresses have made huge cash from their professions.
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