Nancy Isime is a renowned Nigerian actress, model, and media personality. She has become a prominent figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry, known for her versatile talents and charismatic presence.
Early Life
Nancy Isime was born on December 17, 1991, in Edo State, located in the south-southern part of Nigeria. She hails from a Nigerian family of Esan descent.
Tragically, Nancy lost her mother when she was just five years old and was subsequently raised by her father.
Education
She spent her formative years in Lagos, where she completed her primary and junior secondary education. Later, she moved to Benin City to finish her senior secondary education.
After completing her senior secondary education, Nancy pursued further studies. She initially undertook a six-month basic course at the University of Port Harcourt in Rivers State.
Subsequently, she obtained a diploma in Social Work from the University of Lagos, showcasing her commitment to education alongside her burgeoning career in the entertainment industry.
Career
Nancy Isime began her acting career in 2011 with the TV series “Echoes.” She quickly gained recognition and expanded her horizons by becoming a television presenter.
Nancy is well-known for hosting various shows, including “The Squeeze,” a gossip show, “What’s Hot,” a technology show, and the backstage segments of MTN Project Fame season 7.
In 2016, she took over from Toke Makinwa as the presenter of the popular show “Trending” on HipTV.
Nancy co-hosted the 2019 edition of The Headies award with Reminisce and was the presenter of “The Voice Nigeria” in 2021.
In 2019, she launched her own TV show, “The Nancy Isime Show,” further establishing her presence in the media landscape, and co-hosted The Headies award with Bovi in 2020.
In 2022, Nancy starred in the Netflix original series “Blood Sisters,” playing the lead role of Kemi, a production by Ebonylife TV studio, while starring as Shalewa in “Shanty Town,” showcasing her acting prowess, in 2023.
Nancy’s career journey has not been without challenges. She has faced disappointment and harassment but has remained resilient.
She encourages young people to push beyond their limits, believing that perseverance and determination can lead to incredible achievements.
Personal Life
Nancy Isime has kept much of her personal life private, focusing instead on her career and professional achievements.
Despite the challenges she has faced, she remains a strong and inspiring figure, encouraging others to pursue their dreams relentlessly.
Filmography
Nancy Isime’s impressive filmography includes a wide range of roles in various films and television series:
– Hex (2015) as Chioma
– Tales of Eve (2015) as Irene
– On the Real (2016) as Amaka
– A Trip to Jamaica (2016) as One Lagos Presenter
– Hire a Man (2017) as Teni Lawson
– Finding C.H.R.I.S (2017)
– The Surrogate (2017) as Nicole
– Treachery (2017) as Ife
– Kanyamata (2018) as Ruky
– Tempted
– Guilty (2019) as Ivie
– Kylie’s Quest
– A Better Family (2018) as Lizzy
– Club (2018)
– Johnny Just Come (2018) as Sandra
– Liars and Pretenders (2018)
– My Name is Ivy (2018) as Ivy
– Sideways (2018)
– Disguise (2018) as Nengi/Melvin
– Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons (2018) as Sophie
– Don’t Get Mad Get Even (2019) as Ada
– Hire a Woman (2019) as Teni
– Adaife (2019)
– The Millions (2019) as Ivey
– Beauty in the Broken (2019)
– Another Angle (2019)
– Merry Men 2 (2019) as Sophie Obaseki
– Levi (2019) as Somi
– Living in Bondage: Breaking Free (2019) as Stella
– Made in Heaven (2019) as Verita
– Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards (2020) as Kambili
– Creepy Lives Here (2021)
– The Razz Guy (2021) as Nadine
– The Silent Baron (2021) as Anita
– Superstar (2021) as Queen
– Blood Sisters (2022) as Kemi Sanya
– She Must Be Obeyed (2023) as Victoria
– The Set Up 2 (2022) as Usi
– Obara’m (2022) as Oluchi
– Shanty Town (2023) as Shalewa
– Love in a Pandemic (2023) as Bolanle Davis
Awards and Nominations
Nancy Isime has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, recognizing her exceptional talent and contributions to the entertainment industry:
– City People Entertainment Awards 2016: Best VJ of the Year – Won
– Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards 2016: Sexiest On Air Personality (Female), Hip TV – Won
– The Future Awards 2017: Best On Air Personality (Visual) – Won
– Best of Nollywood Awards 2017: Best Actress in a Lead Role English (Disguise) – Nominated
– City People Movie Awards 2018: Most Promising Actress (English) – Won
– City People Movie Awards 2018: Best Supporting Actress (English) – Won
– Best of Nollywood Awards 2019: Best Kiss in a Movie (Jofran) – Won
– Best of Nollywood Awards 2019: Best Actress in a Lead Role – English (Jofran) – Nominated
– Net Honours 2021: Most Popular Media Personality (Female) – Nominated
– Net Honours 2021: Most Searched Media Personality – Nominated
– Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2022: Best Actress in a Comedy, Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards – Nominated
– Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2022: Best Actress in a Drama (Superstar) – Nominated
– Eko Heritage Awards 2023: Most Stylish Personality (Superstar) – Won
Social Media Handles
Instagram: nancyisimeofficial
Facebook: @nancyisime
Twitter: @NancyIsime
Business Instagram: thenancyisimeshow
Controversy
Nancy Isime has faced various challenges and controversies throughout her career, including instances of harassment and disappointment.
Moreso, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) recently demanded a ban on her new film, claiming it portrays Muslim women as criminals and incites Islamophobia.
The film features actresses wearing purdah (Niqab) and wielding weapons, which MURIC argued is satanic and promotes negative stereotypes.
Despite these setbacks, she has remained resilient and continues to inspire others with her perseverance and positive outlook.
Net Worth
Nancy Isime’s net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million. As one of the most important and highest-paid actresses in Nollywood, her wealth is a proof of her hard work and success across multiple careers, including acting, modeling, and television presenting.
