Biography
Who is Afro Candy?
Early life and education
Afro Candy was born in Umuduruebo Ugiri-ike, located in the Ikeduru area of Imo State, Nigeria. During her high school years, she developed a strong interest in acting. She eventually attended college and completed an associate degree in office administration. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business management.
Beyond her academic pursuits, she sought practical skills outside of the entertainment industry. She underwent training to become a fireguard and security officer.
Career beginnings
Before using her current stage name, she was known by the name Eye-Candy. Upon moving to the United States, she adopted the name Afro Candy. Her professional path began when she was discovered by the King George Models agency. This opportunity encouraged her to pursue acting more seriously.
Early in her career, she appeared in various advertisements for major brands, including Coca-Cola, Nixoderm, and Liberia GSM. She also took on minor roles in television productions. Her major acting debut occurred in 2004 when she played Susan in the film Dangerous Sisters, directed by Obi Obinali. Other early film credits include roles in End of the Game, where she played a village girl named Nneoma, as well as appearances in Dwelling in Darkness and Sorrow as the character Jezebel.
Music and production work
Afro Candy expanded her career into the music industry. In 2009, she released her debut single titled Somebody Help Me. She followed this with an eight-track studio album in 2010 and released her second album in 2012. Her song Ikebe Na Moni became a popular hit from her debut album, and she also released a single called Voodoo-Juju Woman in 2011.
In addition to acting and singing, she is the founder and CEO of Invisible Twins Productions LLC. She is also recognized for her work in the adult film industry, having produced and acted in projects like Queen of Zamunda. Her other film work includes titles such as Destructive Instinct, How Did I Get Here, Ordeal in Paradise, and The Goose That Lays The Golden Eggs.
Personal life and background
In 2005, she relocated to the United States to join her husband, Bolton Elumelu Mazagwu. The couple had two children together. They lived in the country for two years before separating in 2007. Currently, she resides in the United States with her two daughters.
While maintaining her creative career, she works as a medical billing and coding specialist. She has expressed her own views regarding the film industry.
Birthday and age
Afro Candy was born on July 12, 1971, which makes Afro 55 years old today. That birthday falls under the Cancer sign. Afro shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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