Uzoma Okwuchi Osimkpa, widely known as Uzor Osimkpa, is a Nigerian actress, director, producer, writer, show host, and entrepreneur recognized for her extensive work in Nollywood. She has been active in the entertainment industry for over twenty years and is the founder and CEO of Uzie Verse Concepts. She is best known for her roles in popular TV series like Hustle, Tinsel, and Fifty, which earned her notable acclaim.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Uzoma Okwuchi Osimkpa |
| Date of Birth | February 15 |
| Place of Birth | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Abia State |
| Partner/Spouse | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actress, Director, Producer, Writer, Show Host, Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth | Approximately $50,000 |
Early Life and Education
Uzor was born on February 15 in Lagos State, Nigeria, and hails from Abia State. She completed her primary and secondary education in Lagos before earning a bachelor’s degree in Economics Education from Abia State University.
Though trained academically in economics education, her passion for acting inspired her to pursue a career in the performing arts.
Career
Uzor Osimkpa began her career on stage in 2000, performing in numerous theatrical productions such as Oluronbi – The Musical and Rubiewe, an African adaptation of Beauty and the Beast.
She transitioned to television in 2004, debuting in the film Shallow Waters, and in 2005 featured in the BBC World Service Trust series Wetin Dey.
Her breakthrough came with lead roles in TV series including Do Good and Hustle, where she played the character Uzo. She has also starred in many other series like Tinsel, The Maze, Flatmate, Edge of Paradise, and Doctors Quarters.
In film, she has appeared in titles such as Fifty (2015), Dance to My Beat (2017), Love is War (2019), and The Black Book (2023). In 2012, she competed in the reality show Gulder Ultimate Search Season 9, finishing as the fifth finalist before disqualification due to breaking a competition rule.
She has expanded her career to directing and producing, including directing While This Heart Beats (2025) and serving as associate producer on The Set Up 2 (2022).
Personal Life
Uzor keeps her personal life private. There is no public information regarding a spouse or children. She shares aspects of her lifestyle and cultural pride on social media but prefers to keep her romantic life away from the public eye.
Uzor Osimkpa Net Worth
Her estimated net worth is approximately $50,000, accumulated from her various roles in acting, producing, directing, entrepreneurship, and other entertainment-related ventures.
Filmography
- Films: Fifty (2015), Dance to My Beat (2017), Omambala (2020), The Set Up 2 (2022), The Black Book (2023)
- TV Series: Hustle (2016–2018), Tinsel (2008), Do Good, Doctors Quarters, Half Sisters
Awards and Nominations
She was nominated for Best Upcoming Actress at the City People Movie Awards in 2017. She also achieved fifth place in the 2012 Gulder Ultimate Search competition.
