Francis Odega is a Nigerian comic actor, stand-up comedian, and television personality. He began his acting career in 1996 and gained widespread recognition after a comedic...
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Francis Odega is a Nigerian comic actor, stand-up comedian, and television personality. He began his acting career in 1996 and gained widespread recognition after a comedic video clip from the movie Back From South Africa went viral, attracting attention from celebrities like 50 Cent. Odega is known for his catchphrase “Gerarahere!” and has been a prominent figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry. He has also appeared in films such as House of Gold and Osuofia in London. In 2013, he won the "Best Supporting Actor" award at the Zulu African Film Academy Awards
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Jun 7, 1970
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55 years old
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Aniocha North, Delta State, Nigeria
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Nigeria
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2013
AMVCA 1
Best Actor in a Comedy
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