Deborah Anugwa is a Nigerian actress and a fashion designer of great talent. She is well known for her role as “Sekinat” in the Africa Magic TV series Hustle. Blessed with excellent natural comedic timing and authentic interpretation of roles, Nollywood has recognized her for adhering to her acting principles and her dedication.
Deborah Anugwa Biography
| Real Name | Deborah Anugwa |
| Ethnicity | Igbo |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Education | University of Ibadan |
| Height | 5ft7 |
| Parents | Mr. and Mrs. Anugwa |
| Siblings | One |
| Relationship Status | Single |
Early Life and Education
Deborah Anugwa (born on May 20, 1998, 27 years old) is from Abia State, Nigeria, and was raised in a supportive Christian family. Through church plays and dramas, which became her training ground, she developed her performing arts talent from a very young age.
She completed her primary and secondary education, after which she was admitted to the University of Ibadan.
There, she studied and obtained a degree in Education Management. At first, her folks were not convinced of her acting ambitions.
Still, eventually, the family, especially the eldest brother, gave her strong support, encouraging her to pursue her dream.
Career
Deborah Anugwa’s first appearance in Nollywood was a stroke of luck, coming through a TV commercial in 2011.
A year later, after attending an open casting call, she landed a role in Fuji House, marking the start of Veronica’s professional acting career.
Her rise to stardom was mainly due to her portrayal of Sekinat in the comedy series “Hustle,” which featured Maurice Sam, Uzor Osimkpa, and others.
Her rise to stardom was mainly due to her portrayal of Sekinat in the comedy series Hustle. This role earned her the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award, which she won against industry veterans like Kate Henshaw and Sola Sobowale.
She has been involved in various acting projects, including films and TV series such as Uneven (2020), The Patient (2020), and Living Positive (2019).
Besides English, she is also familiar with Igbo as a medium for producing movies and series. She is very discerning about the kinds of roles she takes on.
For her, decency is always at the top of the checklist, and she has admitted she does not feel comfortable with some sneaky scenes; otherwise, she excels at portraying characters who are easy to relate to and warm. When not acting, she is involved in fashion design, where her creativity and enthusiasm are highly evident.
Social Media
Instagram Handle: @deborah_anugwa
Personal Life
Deborah Anugwa is currently single, unmarried, with no husband.
Net Worth
Deborah Anugwa is a Nigerian actress and a fashion designer with an estimated net worth of $200,000.