Dolly Nwaduba stands as a leading figure in Nollywood as an actress, producer, screenwriter, and voice-over artist. She leads Dolly’s Signature Limited and Nollyplug TV, drawing from her training at the New York Film Academy.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Dolly Ifeyinwa Nwaduba (née Nwaduba), also known as Dolly Nwadialo |
| Date of Birth | August 4, 1988 |
| Place of Birth | Ogwashi, Delta State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Delta (Aniocha South LGA) |
| Partner | Uzoma Nwadialo (m. 2020) |
| Children | Not publicly available |
| Occupations | Actress, producer, screenwriter, voice-over artist |
| Labels | Dolly’s Signature Limited, Nollyplug TV |
| Net Worth | $500,000 – $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Dolly Nwaduba, born Dolly Ifeyinwa Nwaduba on August 4, 1988, was raised as an only child in Ogwashi, Delta State, from Aniocha South Local Government Area.
She completed primary and secondary schooling at Seta International School, followed by a degree in Diplomacy and International Studies from the University of Benin. She further honed her skills in screenwriting, film production, and voice-over at the New York Film Academy.
Career
Nwaduba launched her acting career in the United States with roles in Riverside (2016), Nick and Ice (2016), and Invitation (2017), before relocating to Nigeria in 2017 to focus on Nollywood.
Her debut production, Lights Out (2017), showcased her multifaceted talents, paving the way for over 30 films including hits like Drawn to You (2024), Serendipity (2021), Arinze (2019), and Distance Between (2019).
As CEO of Dolly’s Signature Limited and Nollyplug TV, she champions original African stories for global audiences, blending acting, producing, and screenwriting to elevate Nollywood’s international presence through innovative storytelling and business ventures.
Personal Life
In 2020, Nwaduba wed Uzoma Nwadialo, and the couple continues together based on current accounts. Public information on children remains unavailable.
Net Worth
Estimates place Dolly Nwaduba’s net worth at around $500,000 to $1 million, derived from her production company, acting roles, and media ventures.
Filmography
Notable works feature:
- Riverside (2016)
- Nick and Ice (2016)
- Invitation (2017) as Attendant #1
- Lights Out (2017, producer)
- Arinze (2019)
- Distance Between (2019)
- One Wish (2019)
- Serendipity (2021)
- Drawn to You (2024)
Awards and Nominations
She earned the Best Producer of the Year at the Sabistation Business Owners Awards 2024. Few other major nominations stand out in records
