Entertainment
Unveiling Multiple Award Winning Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor
The multiple award
winning actor Chiwetel Ejiofor, OBE, was born on 10 July 1977 in London’s Forest Gate to Nigerian Parents of Igbo origin. His father, Arinze was a doctor, and his mother Obiajulu, was a pharmacist. His younger sister is CNN correspondent Zain Asher.
In 1988 when Ejiofor was 11 years during a family trip to Nigeria for a wedding he and his father were driving to Lagos after the celebration when their car was involved in a head –on-crash with a lorry. His father was killed, but Ejiofor survived. He was badly injured and received scars that are still visible on his forehead.
Ejiofor began acting in school plays at the age of thirteen at Dulwhich College and joined the national youth theatre. He later got into the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art but had to leave after his first year, after getting a role in Steven Spiecberg’s film , Amistad as James Covey. He made his film debut in the Television film “Deadly Voyage in 1996. He later became a British actor of film, television and theatre.
Awards
Chiwetel Ejiofor has received numerous awards and nomination for acting including the following:
BAFTA Organge Rising Star Award (2006), Golden Golbe–Award nominations and the Lawrence Olivier Award for Best Actor for his performance in Othelo in 2008. In the same year he was presented with the award of Officer of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth ll for services to the Arts.
Ejiofor is known for his portrayal of Okwe in “Diary Pretty Things” (2002), the Operative in Serenity 2005, Luke in “Children of Men” (2006), Dr Adrian Helm Sley (2012) and Solomon Northup in 12 years A Slave” (2013) for which he received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations, along with the BAFTA Award for Best Actor.
In addition, he was nominated for a 2014 primetime Emmy Award for outstanding lead Actor in a miniseries or movie for his performance in “Dancing on the Edge”.
In 2014 Ejiofor starred in the Nigerian film “Half of a Yellow Sun”, along side Thandie Newton. The film premiered at the Toronto international film festival. He also plays Patrice Lumumba in a film adaptation of Aime Cesaire’s “ A Season in the Congo”.
It was announced in June 2014 that Ejiofor would play real life drug dealer, Thomas McFadden in film based on the book “Marching Powder”.
A true story friendship cocaine, and South America’s strangest jail, written by McFadden and Australian Journalist Rusty young.
Chiwetel Ejiofor
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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