Cheng Okon Efiong-Fuller, known professionally as Cheng Fuller, stands as a dynamic Nigerian talent in entertainment and business. Hailing from Calabar on April 15, 1980, he excels as an actor, filmmaker, model, and marketing leader. His standout performance as Barrister Taylor in the DSTV series Tinsel has garnered widespread acclaim, while his founding of Pandemonium Pictures underscores his commitment to African storytelling.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Cheng Okon Efiong-Fuller |
| Date of Birth | April 15, 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Calabar |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Cross River State |
| Partner | Khemmie Owolabi (married November 23, 2019) |
| Children | One son |
| Occupations | Actor, Model, Filmmaker, Marketing Executive, Business Consultant |
| Net Worth | $200,000-$500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Cheng Fuller entered the world on April 15, 1980, in Calabar, Cross River State. He grew up in a family of distinction, with his father as an esteemed academic and his mother as a dedicated lawyer who passed away in 1994.
In secondary school, he shone in debates, science contests, and the school choir, Hope Waddell Glorious Voices, nurturing his artistic interests. He later earned a degree in Soil Science in 2003.
Career
Fuller launched his professional journey in 2004 at KPMG, leading advisory projects in telecom, oil, finance, and more. He advanced to DDB Lagos as Director of Strategy, handling key accounts like MTN, then to Insight Publicis. In 2012, he founded Re’d’Fyne Business Solutions, and by 2015, he pioneered marketing at Hubmart stores.
In entertainment, he featured in Tinsel as Barrister Taylor, Hotel Majestic, and The Johnsons. Films include Celebrity Marriage with stars like Tonto Dikeh, Secrets, and Badamasi. In 2019, he co-established Pandemonium Pictures to produce innovative African content.
Personal Life
On November 23, 2019, Fuller wed Khemmie Owolabi in a private Lagos ceremony. He embraces fatherhood with his son, balancing family alongside his demanding career.
Net Worth
Cheng Fuller’s net worth is estimated around the range of $200,000 to $500,000 garnered from his combined earnings as a corporate executive, consultant, actor, filmmaker, and co-founder of a production company.
Filmography
Television Series:
- The Johnsons (2014) – Greedy Neighbour
- Hotel Majestic (2014-2016) – Doctor
- Tinsel (2015-2016; 2019-present) – Barrister Taylor
- My Flatmates (2018) – Kanu
- Frank’s Teens: Diary of a Single Father (2018) – Frank
- Eve (2018) – Chef
Feature Films:
- Forlorn (2016)
- The American King (2016)
- Home Coming (2017)
- Celebrity Marriage (2017)
- Secrets (2017)
- Drifted (2018)
- Going the Distance (2018)
- Far From Perfect (2018)
- Badamasi: Portrait of a General (2018)
- Sting (2019)
- Dreaming the Impossible (2019)
- Charlie Charlie (2019)
- Endless (2019)
Awards and Nominations
In 2019, Fuller received a Fellowship from the Nigerian Institute of Management Consultants for his business contributions. His Tinsel role and other performances have earned praise, though major entertainment awards are not widely listed.
