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Nosa Rex Okunzuwa, known by his stage name Nosa Rex and also as Baba Rex,[1] is a Nigerian film and TV actor and film producer.[2]

Early life and education

Nosa Rex Okunzuwa was born in Benin City, Edo State, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Ambrose Alli University in Ekpoma in 2009.[3][4][5]

Film career

He started working as an actor in 2010 after completing his national service.[4] His first movie appearance was in Gazza Treasure by Derek Osonwa.[3][5][6] In addition to film work, he played Terwase in the TV series Jenifa’s Diary created by Funke Akindele.[7]

Production

He is CEO of the film production house Big Things Development.[4]

Other work

Okunzuwa also has a clothing line and is an automobile dealer. He also assists his wife with her food business.[4] In 2020 he became a brand ambassador for the aphrodisiac Mydsiac.[6]

Personal life

Okunzuwa married Deborah Raphael Nwokocha on 22 August 2015[8][9] and they have a daughter and a son.[1]

Filmography

  • Gazza Treasure (2010)
  • Princess Natasha (2015) as Nelson
  • Joy of Natasha (2015) as Nelson
  • Agwonma (2015)
  • Drum of Death (2016)
  • My Best Friends Wedding (2016)[5] as Jeff
  • Rise of the Titan (2017)
  • Omuwa (2017)
  • Eyes of the Kingdom (2017)
  • My Love and I (2017)
  • My Own Sweat (2017)
  • Nneka my Princess (2017)
  • The Road Not Taken (2017)
  • Perfect (2017)[6] as Elvis
  • My Only Inheritance (2017)
  • Help that Kill (2017)
  • God of Elijah (2017)
  • We Meet Again (2017) as Temi
  • Bread of Sorrow (2017)
  • Caro, the Iron Bender (2017)[4]
  • Lagos Real Fake Life (2018)[6] as Obi
  • Inherited Cursed (2018)
  • Feel My Heart (2018)
  • Pains of Royalty (2018)
  • The Right Time (2018)
  • A Fight to Live 1 (2018)
  • Not My Throne (2018)
  • Unknown Damage (2018)
  • Wrong Choice (2018)
  • Evil Mindset (2018)
  • Strength of Love (2018)
  • Odida Kingdom (2018)
  • Onitsha Housewife (2018)
  • Tears of Vengeance (2018)
  • Family Commander (2018)
  • Dooshima’ (2018)
  • Onaedo Kingdom (2018)
  • The Mortal Bride (2019)
  • In Love with my Family Cook (2019)
  • Royal Ambition (2019)
  • Oath from Birth (2019)
  • Your Dream Girl (2019) as Dozie
  • Royal Sin (2019)
  • Family Deliverance (2019)
  • Tears of a Super Rich Bachelor (2019)[6]
  • Sacred Twist (2019)
  • Rags to Robe (2019)[6]
  • Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) as Efe Money
  • Maduka Daughters (2020)
  • Love Upon the Hills (2020)
  • Crisis in London (2020)
  • Breaking Chains (2020)
  • The Hostage (2020)
  • Family Business (2020)
  • The Broken King (2020)[5]
  • Agony of a Widow (2020)
  • The Signs of Misfortune (2020)
  • The Prisoners (2020)
  • The Brothers (2020)
  • Greater Than Love (2020)
  • Our Lying Husbands (2020)
  • The Living Deity (2020) as Prince Obieze
  • Her Bride Price (2020)
  • Kiss of Betrayal (2020)
  • Priority of Love (2020)
  • Quarantine Husbands (2020)
  • Sugar Babies (2020) as Alex
  • Please Marry Me (2020) as Ramos
  • Ebere’s Ordeal (2020) as Chiemela
  • Nosa, The Preacher Man (2020)
  • Professional Chefs (2020)
  • Seasonal Love (2021)
  • Who Would Be My Chosen Bride (2021)
  • From Prince to a Local Driver (2021)
  • The Gatekeeper and the Beautiful Ghost (2021)
  • Nosa. the Village Town Crier (2021)
  • From Prince to a Local Driver (2021)
  • The Wildflower (2022) as Igwe
  • Blood Pressure (2022) as Dino
  • Gbege (2022)
  • The Man for the Job (2022) as Topboy
  • A Tribe Called Judah (2023) as Jerry

Television series

  • Jenifa’s Diary (2015) as Terwase
  • From Poor to Billionaire (2021)
  • Benefit Boys (2021)

Awards

Year Award Category Result Ref
2013 City People Entertainment Awards Best New Actor of the Year Won [6][10]
2017 City People Movie Awards Best Upcoming Actor of the Year Nominated [11]
2018 City People Movie Awards Best Upcoming Actor of the Year Nominated [12]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Thandiubani (20 April 2021). “Nollywood Actor, Nosa Rex Buys A Car For His Wife”. tori.ng. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  2. ^ Ethel, Chidubem (22 August 2022). “Actor, Nosa Rex, celebrates seventh wedding anniversary, acquires mansion”. Daily Trust. Retrieved 29 January 2023.
  3. ^ a b “5 things you should know about Nollywood actor”. Pulse Nigeria. 4 May 2016. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  4. ^ a b c d e Tope Omogbolagun (10 October 2020). “Before stardom with …Nosa Rex”. The Punch (interview). Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  5. ^ a b c d “nosa rex”. nlist.ng. Retrieved 18 August 2021.
  6. ^ a b c d e f g “Nollywood actors become Mydsiac Brand Ambassadors”. Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. 9 May 2020. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  7. ^ Kumashe Yaakugh (1 July 2020). “Abuse allegations: Actor Nosa Rex defends Funke Akindele”. Legit.ng. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  8. ^ “Nosa Rex, Mike Godson Look Dappy Hot In Wedding Suit”. nigeriafilms.com. 22 August 2015. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  9. ^ Timilehin Ajagunna (14 April 2016). “Nollywood actor, Nosa Rex and friends escape death in auto accident”. The NET. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 20 August 2021.
  10. ^ “2013 City People Entertainment Awards: First Photos & Full List of Winners”. bellanaija.com. Retrieved 18 August 2021.
  11. ^ “City People Releases Nomination List For 2017 Movie Awards”. citypeopleonline.com. Retrieved 18 August 2021.
  12. ^ “Nominees For 2018 City People Movie Awards”. citypeopleonline.com. Retrieved 18 August 2021.