Tamara Eteimo, born on July 24, 1987, is a renowned Nigerian actress and R&B singer-songwriter. She rose to fame after winning the seventh edition of the Next Movie Star reality show in 2011. Since then, she has acted in over 50 Nollywood films, performing under her stage name Tamara Jones.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Tamara Eteimo |
| Date of Birth | July 24, 1987 |
| Place of Birth | Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Bayelsa State |
| Partner | None |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer-Songwriter |
| Net Worth | $115,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Tamara is originally from Bulu-Angiama in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
She completed her primary and secondary education in Port Harcourt and earned a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Port Harcourt.
Career
Tamara launched her acting career in 2011 immediately after winning the Next Movie Star reality show. Her debut film was Somewhere Down the Line (2011).
Between 2011 and 2013, she appeared in several films including Finding Mercy (2013) and Desperate Housegirls (2013). She gained critical attention and was ranked second in Charles Novia’s 2013 Nollywood actress rankings.
From 2014 to 2016, Tamara took on diverse roles in movies such as Oyoma (2014), which she produced, Virgin Bride (2016), and It’s About Your Husband (2016). Her filmography includes numerous other productions, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Her career continued strong from 2017 onwards with appearances in titles like 33 Hours (2017), A Time to Heal (2017), Thick Skinned (2018), and Face to Face (2023).
Alongside acting, she also pursued a music career, releasing singles such as “Vibrate” and “Na Only You” before her acting debut.
Personal Life
Tamara Eteimo is currently single and has no children. She looks up to Nigerian actresses Stephanie Linus and Rita Dominic as role models and has expressed admiration for actor Richard Mofe-Damijo.
Tamara Eteimo Net Worth
As of 2025, Tamara Eteimo’s net worth is estimated at about $120,000.
Filmography (Selected)
| Year | Film Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Somewhere Down the Line | Lead |
| 2013 | Finding Mercy | Ifeoma |
| 2013 | Desperate Housegirls | — |
| 2014 | Oyoma | Producer |
| 2016 | Virgin Bride | — |
| 2016 | It’s About Your Husband | Bunmi |
| 2017 | 33 Hours | — |
| 2017 | A Time to Heal | Sade |
| 2018 | Thick Skinned | Saifa |
| 2023 | Face to Face | Jasmine |
Discography
| Year | Single | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Vibrate | Debut Studio Album |
| 2010 | Na Only You | Debut Studio Album |
Awards and Recognitions
| Year | Award Ceremony | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Next Movie Star Reality Show | Winner | Won |
| 2014 | Africa Magic Viewers Choice | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2017 | Acia Awards Atlanta | Best Supporting Actress | Won |
| 2019 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Lead Actress | Won |
