All we know about Chinenye Nnebe: The personal life and career of the actress explored

All we know about Chinenye Nnebe: The personal life and career of the actress explored

Chinenye Nnebe is a prominent Nigerian actress and model whose passion for acting began at a tender age. She is the daughter of Uche Nancy. Her mother is a renowned costume designer, director, and movie producer. Nnebe is best known for her role in the hit movie Dry.

Chinenye Nnebe dressed in a sleek black suit and she stuns in traditional attire
Chinenye Nnebe is seen dressed in a sleek black suit (L), and she stuns in traditional attire (R). Photo: @chinenyennebe (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Chinenye Nnebe has appeared in over 50 Nigerian films.
  • The Nigerian actress was born on 5 April 1997 to costume designer, director, and movie producer Nancy Uche.
  • She went to St. Augustine College and Zenith University College.

Profile summary

Full name

Chinenye Nnebe

Gender

Female

Date of birth

5 April 1997

Age

28 years (as of 2025)

Zodiac sign

Aries

Place of birth

Asaba, Delta State, Southern Nigeria

Current residence

Asaba, Nigeria

Nationality

Nigerian

Ethnicity

Black

Religion

Christianity

Sexuality

Straight

Height

5 ft 6 in (167 cm)

Weight

129 lb (59 kg)

Hair colour

Black

Eye colour

Dark brown

Mother

Uche Nancy

Siblings

3

Relationship status

Single

Education

St. Augustine College and Zenith University College

Profession

Actress and model

Instagram

@chinenyennebe

Facebook

@Chinenye Nnebe

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Who is Chinenye Nnebe?

Chinenye Nnebe is a Nigerian actress and model. She is best known for her roles in Out of Breath, Rich Mum, Poor Mum, Stitches, and Unroyal Majesty. Read Chinenye Nnebe's biography for more information about her life and career.

How old is Chinenye Nnebe?

The young actress was born on 5 April 1997 in Asaba, Delta State, Southern Nigeria. This means that Chinenye Nnebe's age is 28 years as of 2025. She is a Nigerian from the Igbo ethnic group.

Five facts about Chinenye Nnebe
Five facts about Chinenye Nnebe. Photo: @chinenyennebe (modified by author)
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What did Chinenye Nnebe study in school?

The model attended St. Augustine College in Asaba and graduated from Zenith University, Accra, Ghana, in June 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

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Who is the real mother of Chinenye?

Chinenye's mother is Uche Nancy, a Nollywood costumier and movie producer. Uche Nancy has thrived in movies like Proof of Life, The Seed, and Fulton Mansion.

She has collaborated with A-list actors and produced numerous Nollywood movies, working alongside names like Jerry Williams, Ngozi Ezeonu, Ken Erics, Patience Ozokwor, and Destiny Etiko.

Chinenye Nnebe poses in a purple outfit, and she stands by the staircase in a short floral dress
Chinenye Nnebe poses in a purple outfit (L), and she stands by the staircase in a short floral dress (R). Photo: @chinenyennebe (modified by author)
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Who are Chinenye Nnebe's sisters?

The Nigerian actress has three sisters. Chinenye Nnebe's sisters are Sonia Uche, Ijeoma Nnebe, and Chinanu Nnebe. She is the lastborn in a family of four girls.

There have been rumours about Chinenye Nnebe's twin sister. The actress is not a twin. Her striking resemblance to her elder sister, Ijeoma, has led many to mistakenly believe they are twins.

Many are curious about Chinenye Nnebe's sisters' ages. Well, Sonia Uche is 30 years old as of 2025. She was born on 25 May 1995, and she is an actress and entrepreneur.

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On the other hand, Ijeoma Nnebe was born on 20 July 1994, making her 31 years old as of 2025. Chinanu Nnebe's date of birth remains undisclosed.

Chinenye Nnebe poses in a floral dress, and she smiles in a black and white dress
Chinenye Nnebe poses in a floral dress (L), and she smiles in a black and white dress (R). Photo: @chinenyennebe (modified by author)
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At what age did Chinenye Nnebe start acting?

The actress started acting in 2000 when she was three years old. Under the guidance of her mother, she starred in a Nollywood movie, Dry, where she played the role of Young Zara.

Since then, she has appeared in movies such as Loving Cherry, More Than Sisters, Voice of a Mother, Slay Mother-in-Law, World of Lust, Living Nightmare, and Home Apart.

She has worked with Nigerian Nollywood celebrities like Ken Erics, Sonia Uche, Mercy Johnson, Stephanie Okereke, Nosa Rex, and Regina Daniels.

The model has worked with Nigerian-based businesses such as Ammievals Gallery and Beauty Solution in her modelling career. In addition, she has been a brand ambassador of Jenny Glows Beauty Products, Sonia Hair Extensions, and Omah's World.

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In addition to acting and modelling, the actress is an entrepreneur who founded an online clothing store, Shop With Chinny. She also uses Instagram to post pictures from her modelling shoots.

Chinenye Nnebe's movies and shows

According to Nnebe's IMDb profile, the following are some of the films the actress has featured in and her roles.

Year

Film

Role

2024

Out of Breath

Adanma

2024

Rich Mum, Poor Mum

Kate

2024

I Met an Angel

Blessing

2024

Treasure in the Sky

Amina

2023

In the Name of Love

Oma

2022

Modern Love

Tina

2022

The Stand-In

Allison

2021

Stitches

Zuri

2021

Little Annie

Benita

2021

What a Weekend

Ivy

2021

The Nanny

Ginika

2021

Misdeed

Chioma

2021

Show Me Love

Ijeoma

2020

Unroyal Majesty

Ebere

2020

Stronger Than Pain

Oluchi

2020

Unroyal

Awajinma

2015

Dry

Young Zara

2014

World of Lust

Sadra

2011

Gallant Babes

Ada

2004

Faces of Beauty 2

Melisa Jnr

When the Nigerian actress was asked about the roles that propelled her to fame, she said:

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Chinenye Nnebe poses in a green African outfit, and she poses in a white outfit
Chinenye Nnebe poses in a green African outfit (L), and she poses in a white outfit (R). Photo: @chinenyennebe (modified by author)
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Who is Chinenye Nnebe's husband?

Actor Clinton Joshua is married to Chinenye Nnebe. The couple tied the knot in 2025 after a public engagement.

In the past, the Nollywood actress was rumoured to be in a relationship with fellow actor Somadina Adinma. Chinenye denied the rumour and stated that they were best friends. S

he was also rumoured to be dating actor Jerry Williams. Jerry reacted to the rumour in an interview with MC Charlene. Their chemistry on set does not extend to their personal lives.

Who is the father of Chinenye Nnebe's son

Yes. Chinenye Nnebe's son is Cutemeeky. He was born on 25 April 2019. Chinenye Nnebe's son is a kid actor and model. The Nigerian model has not revealed the son's father.

What is Chinenye Nnebe's height?

The actress is 5 ft 6 in or 167 cm tall, and she weighs about 129 lb or 59 kg. Her body measurements in inches are 36-27-38 in or 91-69-97 in cm. She has black hair and dark brown eyes.

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FAQs

  • Who is Chinenye Nnebe? She is a Nollywood actress, model, and television personality.
  • Is Chinenye Nnebe from Delta State? The actress was born in Asaba, Delta State, Southern Nigeria.
  • Are Chinenye Nnebe and Sonia related? Yes, Chinenye and Sonia Uche are blood sisters. Sonia Uche is older than her sister, Chineye.
  • What is Chinenye Nnebe's age? She is 28 years old as of 2025, and her Zodiac sign is Aries.
  • Is it true that Chinenye Nnebe has a son? Yes, the Nollywood actress is a mother of one.
  • Who is the father of Chinenye Nnebe's son? Nnebe has not revealed any information about her son's father.

Chinenye Nnebe is a young Nigerian actress and model. She started her career at only three years, and her future in the modelling, film, and television industry seems promising. The actress has a considerable fan base, especially on Instagram.

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