Mary Lazarus, born May 5, 1989, is a renowned Nigerian actress and film producer, honored with the City People Movie Award for Most Promising Actress of the Year (English) at the 2018 City People Entertainment Awards. Additionally, she secured a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2018 Best of Nollywood Awards.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Mary Lazarus |
| Date of Birth: | May 5, 1989 |
| Place of Birth: | Abia State |
| State of Origin: | Abia State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Net Worth: | $100,000 |
| Husband: | Not Married |
Early Life and Education
Hailing from Abia State in Nigeria, a southeastern region predominantly inhabited by the Igbo people, Mary Lazarus specifically belongs to the Ukwa East Local Government Area of Abia State.
Born into a family of nine, comprising her parents and six siblings, she holds a unique position as a twin and one of the youngest members, sharing this distinction with her twin brother, Joseph.
Lazarus pursued her education diligently, completing both primary and secondary levels to secure her First School Leaving Certificate and the West African Senior School Certificate.
Driven by the aspiration to attain a university degree, she applied to the University of Ibadan and was successfully admitted to study Geography.
Her academic journey culminated in the achievement of a 4.4 cumulative grade point average, earning her a well-deserved B.Sc. degree in Geography.
Lazarus is one of the youngest members of her family, born into a household of nine, and shares this unique position with her twin brother, making them the youngest siblings in the family.
Career
Lazarus, widely recognized for her versatile roles in various Nollywood productions, initially entered the entertainment scene as a model in 2002. Her foray into the Nigerian movie industry commenced in 2009 with the film “Waiting Years.”
The opportunity arose through the assistance of Gbenro Ajibade, who introduced her to John Njamah, the director of the movie. This connection led to Lazarus securing a significant role in the aforementioned film.
Not confined to acting, Lazarus expanded her creative portfolio by making her directorial debut in 2017 with the movie “Dance To My Beat,” a project she also took on as a producer.
Beyond her contributions to the film industry, Lazarus has graced the commercial world as a model, featuring in advertisements for prominent brands such as Airtel and MTN. Her multifaceted career reflects her prowess and impact in both the cinematic and modeling spheres.
Mary Lazarus Net Worth
Mary Lazarus is a popular Nigerian actress who has an estimated net worth of around $100,000. She has featured in several Nollywood films and television series.
Personal Life
Mary Lazarus is currently unmarried. Contrary to speculations, the individual often mentioned as her husband is, in fact, her twin brother, Joseph Lazarus.
