Ruth Kadiri is an Edo-born Nigerian actress, screenwriter, and film producer. She is recognized for her roles in numerous Nigerian films, including “In Your Arms” and “Circle of Interest,” among others. Her experience in the Nigerian movie industry spans over a decade, and she has risen to the level of some of the country’s top actors. Even though she continues to excel in the industry, many people tend to fantasize about her early days.
Ruth Kadiri Biography
| Date of Birth | March 24, 1988 |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Profession | Movie Actress |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Net Worth | $500,000 |
Early Life
Ruth Kadiri Ezerika (born March 24, 1988, 37 Years old) is from Edo State and was raised in the heartbeat capital of the state in the ancient city of Benin.
She is the first of two children; her father’s name was Desmond Kadiri. Ruth Kadiri grew up in Benin City with her parents and siblings as a little girl.
Education
She briefly attended First Foundation College, located in Ajegunle, Lagos, near Ajeromi Ifelodun. She got admitted to the Yaba College of Technology and, after two years, obtained a National Diploma in Business Administration. Later, driven by her passion and pursuit of educational success, she had her tertiary education at the University of Lagos, where she bagged a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication.
Career
Ruth Kadiri began her acting career as an adult and debuted in Nollywood with the film Boys Cot. The role was her first break, but her popularity skyrocketed in 2017 when she appeared in the Nollywood film In Your Arms, which caused quite a stir in the industry.
The movie highlights a woman in an abusive relationship who is constantly battered until she decides that she isn’t ready to be a punching bag. Ruth Kadiri went on to play Black Bride, which tells a story of a family man who disagrees with his wife over her prioritizing work over family.
That same year, she went on to star in the movie We Cheat More. In the film, she plays the role of a new wife-to-be, opening up to her best friend that she is only dating her fiancé for his money. Devastated and disappointed, her fiancé plays her at her own game. Her role in the romantic educational movie enhanced her image as a bankable movie star.
Considering these roles, she has gained a reputation for playing the obedient wife, helping her husband face life’s challenges and build their home. She also plays the single lady whom men sought out for marital purposes.
Ruth Kadiri movies
- In Your Arms (2017)
- Black Bride (2017)
- We Cheats More (2017)
- WET by Ruth Kadiri (2018)
- Tripod by Ruth Kadiri (2018)
- Black Men Rock (2018)
- Sex & Love (2018)
- Love is Beautiful (2019)
- Tender lies (2019)
- Unfounded (2019)
- Murder Call (2019)
- Stab (2019)
- The Final List (2019)
- The Dumb Wife (2020)
- Too Old for Love (2020)
- Tears of Rejected Seed (2020)
- Babies and friends (2020)
- Too old for this (2020)
- Shrine Girl (2020)
- Space Out (2020)
- Dumb wife (2020)
- Larry Cold (2021)
- Pair (2021)
- Adunni (2021)
- Talking chances (2021)
- Love Me (2021)
- Craving (2021)
- 5 is company (2021)
- Out of Love (2021)
- Nasty Jane(2021)
- Boiling point (2021)
- Everybody wants Alvin (2022)
- Something Fishy (2022)
Awards
- 2015: Nigeria Entertainment Awards – Actress of the Year
- 2018: City People Movie Award – Best Actress of the Year
Personal Life
Ruth Kadiri has managed to maintain her love life. Mr. Ezerika is the actress’s husband, and they have a daughter named Reign Ezerika. Ruth Kadiri was quiet about her relationship until she announced her engagement to Mr. Ezerika on her social media page in 2017. Fans were surprised at how private she has been with her relationships.
Social Media
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Net Worth
Ruth Kadiri is currently one of the wealthiest actresses in Nigeria, with an estimated net worth of $500,000.
