Ebbe Bassey is an accomplished Nigerian-American actress, writer, and producer recognized for her dynamic work in both Nollywood and Hollywood. She has garnered acclaim for portraying diverse and compelling characters and has earned nominations for prestigious awards in the African film industry.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Ebbe Bassey |
| Date of Birth | N/A |
| Place of Birth | Bronx, New York, United States |
| Nationality | Nigerian-American |
| State of Origin | Cross River State, Nigeria |
| Partner | Mark Manczuk |
| Children | Yes |
| Occupations | Actress, Writer, Producer |
| Net Worth | $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born in Bronx, New York, Ebbe spent her teenage years in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.
She later returned to the United States to study acting, honing her skills in the Meisner technique at the William Esper Studio under Maggie Flanigan, which laid a solid foundation for her acting career.
Career
Ebbe launched her production company, 10Wembly Productions, through which she produced and starred in the short film Siri Oko Fo (Mending Fences). The film debuted at the Cannes Short Film Corner in 2008 and was featured at numerous festivals worldwide.
She gained wider recognition from her role as “Maa Dede” in the film Ties That Bind (2011), earning an Africa Movie Academy Award nomination.
Throughout her career, she has appeared in films and TV shows such as Doctor Bello, Mother of George, NYPD Blue, Law & Order: SVU, Tomorrow Ever After, and Little America, earning critical praise for her performances.
Personal Life
Bassey is married to Mark Manczuk and they have children together.
Ebbe Bassey Net Worth
Ebbe Bassey’s estimated net worth is suggested to be around $500,000. This figure reflects her career as a Nigerian-American actress, writer, and producer, with many roles in both Nollywood and Hollywood productions, and nominations for prestigious awards such as the Africa Movie Academy Award.
Selected Filmography
- Siri Oko Fo (Short, 2008)
- Ties That Bind (2011)
- Turning Point (2012)
- Doctor Bello (2013)
- Mother of George (2013)
- Saving Father (Short, 2016)
- Tomorrow Ever After (2017)
- Little America (TV Series, 2020)
- Flatbush Misdemeanors (TV Series, 2021)
- Nanny (2022)
Awards and Nominations
Ebbe was nominated for the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Ties That Bind and has also received nominations from the Nigeria Entertainment Awards for her supporting roles in film.
