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'''Mercy Ima Macjoe''', (born June 20 1993) professionally credited as '''Mercy Macjoe''' is a Nigerian actress, film producer and entrepreneur.<ref name = "pay">{{cite web|title=Pay from acting not enough to live comfortable life |
'''Mercy Ima Macjoe''', (born June 20 1993) professionally credited as '''Mercy Macjoe''' is a Nigerian actress, film producer and entrepreneur.<ref name = "pay">{{cite web|title=Pay from acting not enough to live comfortable life — Mercy Macjoe|url=https://punchng.com/pay-from-acting-not-enough-to-live-comfortable-life-mercy-macjoe/|website=Punch Newspaper |publisher=Jennifer Mba|accessdate=13 February 2020}}</ref> She is best known for her roles in ''Jenna'' and ''Magdalene''. In 2018, she was nominated for the ''Best Supporting Actress'' award at the ''City People Awards'' and received the award for ''Best Independent Short Film'' at the ''Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards'' in 2019.<ref name = "NAH"/> |
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==Early Life== |
==Early Life== |
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Macjoe was born in Lagos, southwest Nigeria, and is the sixth child in her family. Her father, a soldier originally hails from Eket in Akwa Ibom state. Macjoe attended the Nigerian Open University, where she studied Mass Communication for her second degree.<ref name = "punch">{{cite web|title=It’s difficult for a successful actress to be in serious relationship – Mercy Macjoe|url=https://punchng.com/its-difficult-for-a-successful-actress-to-be-in-serious-relationship-mercy-macjoe/|website=Punch Newspaper |publisher=The Editor|accessdate=13 February 2020}}</ref> |
Macjoe was born in Lagos, southwest Nigeria, and is the sixth child in her family.<ref name = "bio">{{cite web|title=Mercy Macjoe - Biography|url=https://www.360dopes.com/mercy-macjoe-biography-age-movies-pictures/|website=360 Dopes |publisher=|accessdate=13 February 2020}}</ref> Her father, a soldier originally hails from Eket in Akwa Ibom state. Macjoe attended the Nigerian Open University, where she studied Mass Communication for her second degree.<ref name = "punch">{{cite web|title=It’s difficult for a successful actress to be in serious relationship – Mercy Macjoe|url=https://punchng.com/its-difficult-for-a-successful-actress-to-be-in-serious-relationship-mercy-macjoe/|website=Punch Newspaper |publisher=The Editor|accessdate=13 February 2020}}</ref> |
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==Career== |
==Career== |
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| Born | Mercy 'Ima' Macjoe Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, producer, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2011 – present |
Mercy Ima Macjoe, (born June 20 1993) professionally credited as Mercy Macjoe is a Nigerian actress, film producer and entrepreneur.[1] She is best known for her roles in Jenna and Magdalene. In 2018, she was nominated for the Best Supporting Actress award at the City People Awards and received the award for Best Independent Short Film at the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards in 2019.[2]
Early Life
Macjoe was born in Lagos, southwest Nigeria, and is the sixth child in her family.[3] Her father, a soldier originally hails from Eket in Akwa Ibom state. Macjoe attended the Nigerian Open University, where she studied Mass Communication for her second degree.[4]
Career
Acting
Macjoe began her film career in 2011, with a role in the movie Lonely Princess alongside veteran actor Mercy Johnson. She has since then had feature roles the movies Midnight Crew, Zenith of Love, Shame, Bread of Life, Girl Next Door and Flaws. In 2018 her performance as a tomboy in the movie Jenna received rave reviews and attention from fans and critics alike. In 2019 Macjoe enrolled at the New York Film Academy.[5]
Production
In 2018, she began producing her own feature films with the production of Red, which premiered on Ibaka TV, featuring Nonso Diobi, Ifeanyi Kalu and Macjoe in a lead role.[6] In 2019 she produced three feature films, 30 and Single, shot in London, Love in a Puff and Passion’s Promise.[1]
Awards and Recognition
| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Scream Awards | Film Revelation of the year (Female) | Mercy Macjoe | Won |
| 2017 | City People Movie Awards[7] | Best new Actress | Mercy Macjoe | Nominated |
| 2018 | City People Movie Awards[8] | Best Supporting Actress - Female | Mercy Macjoe | Nominated |
| CA Award, London | Best Actor (Female) | Mercy Macjoe | Won | |
| 2019 | Humanitarian Award | Celebrity Entrepreneur of the Year | Mercy Macjoe | Won |
| GMYT African Humanitarian Award | Most Stylish Celebrity of the Year | Mercy Macjoe | Won | |
| Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards, Los Angeles[2] | Best Independent Film (African) | Love in a Puff | Won |
References
- ^ a b "Pay from acting not enough to live comfortable life — Mercy Macjoe". Punch Newspaper. Jennifer Mba. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ a b "Mercy Macjoe nominated for Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards". Vanguard Newspaper. Cletus Egwu. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "Mercy Macjoe - Biography". 360 Dopes. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "It's difficult for a successful actress to be in serious relationship – Mercy Macjoe". Punch Newspaper. The Editor. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "Actress Mercy Macjoe lands in New York Film Academy; shares photo". Sidomex Entertainment. Bridget Andrew. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "Red – New Blockbuster Movie 2018 Starring Mercy MacJoe, Nonso Diobi, Ifeanyi Kalu". Near Reel. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "City People Releases Nomination List For 2017 Movie Awards". City People Magazine. Chinedu Adiele. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ^ "Nominees For 2018 City People Movie Awards [FULL LIST]". City People Magazine. Chidera Nwachukwu. Retrieved 13 February 2020.