Maryam Booth is a Nigerian actress, model, and fashion entrepreneur who has gained recognition for her outstanding performances in both the Kannywood (Hausa film industry) and English-language film industries.
Coming from a family of actors and having played critically acclaimed roles, like The Milkmaid, has led her to win several awards, and she is constantly motivating others with her resilience and creativity.
Maryam Booth Biography
| Real Name | Maryam Ado Mohammed |
| Ethnicity | Mixed (Fulani–Scottish heritage) |
| Religion | Islam |
| Education | Victoria University, Switzerland |
| Parents | Late Zainab Booth, Mr. Booth |
| Siblings | Sadiq Ibrahim Booth, Amuda Booth, Sadiya Booth |
| Spouse | Tijjani Hussaini |
| Relationship | Married |
Early Life and Education
Maryam Booth (born October 28, 1993, 32 years old) is from Kano, Nigeria.
Her family was deeply involved in the entertainment industry, as her mother, Zainabu Booth, was a Kannywood actress.
The family influence was strong, as her siblings, Sadiq and Amuda Booth, are also actors. Her entire childhood was a setting of exposure to film.
Maryam’s school journey included attending Ebony Nursery and Primary School and later Ahmadiyya Secondary School, both in Kano.
Seeking higher education abroad, she enrolled in a Business Administration course at Victoria University in Switzerland, thus aligning her business knowledge and creative talents. Her mixed Fulani and Scottish lineage adds to her multicultural background.
Career
Maryam Booth was first seen as a child actress, taking on roles at the tender age of 8 in films such as Dijangala (2002). She later became very well known in Kannywood, where she played various roles.
Some of the most defining moments of her career include her role in The Milkmaid, which was the Nigerian entry for the Oscars in 2020.
Her performance in the movie earned her the Best Supporting Actress Africa Movie Academy Award. Besides starring in many Hausa movies, Maryam has also hosted award ceremonies and donned various hats, including entrepreneurial ventures in fashion and beauty products.
Social Media
Instagram Handle: @officialmaryambooth
Personal Life
Maryam Booth’s love life is shrouded in mystery, as she has not revealed anything about it.
Is Maryam Booth married?
Maryam Booth was married to Tijjani Hussaini.
The couple has no children together. Her past is not without issues, and one of them was the 2020 security breach scandal. However, industry players rallied behind her, and she turned the situation to her advantage, emerging stronger.
Net Worth
Maryam Booth, the multi-awarded actress, model, and businesswoman, has a net worth of $300,000.
She generates her wealth from acting gigs, brand ambassadorships, modeling, and her business activities, especially in the fashion and beauty sectors. With her recent agency signing and other projects in the pipeline, her financial situation is on an upward trend.
