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Enugu. She likely picked up the language during her formative years in Lagos State. In honor of her work on the City People movie, she was given a special recognition award.
4. Elizabeth Omowunmi Tekovi Da-Silva
Elizabeth, well known by her stage name Liz Da-Silva, is a popular face in Yoruba film. Her family roots lie in Togo. Best Supporting Actress at 2018 Best of Nollywood Awards went to Liz.
5. Doris Simeon
Actress and businesswoman Doris Simeon. She has acted in both Yoruba and Hollywood films. Doris’s origins in Edo State may surprise you since you might assume she’s Yoruba. Doris received the award for Best Actress from the Africa Cinema Academy (Indigenous).
In conclusion, the Yoruba movie industry has welcomed non-Yoruba actresses and has allowed them to showcase their talents. The industry is diverse and continues to evolve, making it open to actors and actresses of different ethnicities. These actresses have shown that talent knows no ethnicity or language and have contributed immensely to the growth and success of the Yoruba movie industry.
