Chacha Eke Biography
Chacha Eke Faani is a famous Nollywood actress popular for her ability to cry and act grieving in film. She is a talented actress, a model, a TV personality as well as a philanthropist. In the year 1993 she became famous in Nollywood industry after appearing in the movie “End is Near,” that brought popularity and fame to the Nollywood. In the film, Chacha is primarily known for crying and making a sad scene seem genuine. Her talents and creativity have enabled her to play other roles such as a prince with royal heritage, traditional herbalist, terrorist in the latest films. She is a wealthy and powerful woman in the industry. She is a good mother and role model for millions of young girls as well as upcoming stars in Nollywood.
Chacha Eke Birthday and Age
Chacha Eke was born on May 1, 1993 in her hometown of Abakaliki that is situated within the borders for Nigeria’s Ebonyi state. 2020 database records show Chacha is 28 years old. Her birth sign is Leo. 1st. May of each year is marked as her birthday in a massive, glittering ceremony with friends and relatives.
Chacha Eke Family
She is the daughter of John Uheruo Eke, a professor and former state commissioner for education in Ebonyi state. Her mother is a barrister and practising lawyer. She was fortunate to have been born into a middle-income family with working parents . Chacha was fortunate to be brought up in three cities namely Abakaliki, Enugu and Asaba respectively. She is Nigerian nationality, citizenship and belongs to the black race.
Chacha Eke Education
Charity studied at EUST Nursery and resided mostly in the southeastern Nigeria near Abakaliki township of Ebonyi state. She gained certificates and did well in primary education. Chacha attended Our Lord Shephard International School, located in Enugu State, Nigeria for her secondary education. She did well in her studies and got her Western Africa Senior School Certificate. Eke proceeded to the university level and studied in the faculty of Accountancy at Ebonyi State University where she graduated with a degree in Accountancy. Chacha was actively involved in school drama and arts and realized her acting potentials while still in school.
Chacha Eke Career
In the year 2009, Chacha Eke joined Nollywood after she merited as a winner in the Miss Nollywood Talent Hunt show competition that was organized at her hometown Abakliki. Part from that time she attended Nollywood auditions and acted in Nigerian films.
It is assumed that, a famous Nigerian film editor and director of the actress’ husband, who contributed significantly to connecting her with so many producers. 2012 was the year when Chacha had her breakthrough movie in Nollywood industry and became recognized both within Nigeria and outside, she appeared in “ The End is Near”. She is known for playing mourning roles because she can cry and make the act appear real. She is among the most geniuses, brilliant, attractive and talented Nigerian Nollywood actresses ever in Nigeria.
Chacha Eke Height and Weight
Chacha is a beautiful woman with an attractive slim body and sexy curves. She has breast, waist and hip size of 33-27-35 inches respectively. Eke stands at 5 feet 5 inches (1.6m) and has a weight of 121 lbs (55 Kg). A black shiny skin, eyes and hair of Eke complements her dazzling beauty making her unique and attractive.
Chacha Eke Marriage
2013 is the year Chacha Eke tied knots with her longtime friend and Movie producer, director and Editor Mr. Austin Faani. She is married with children – Kamara Faani , Kaira Faani, Chiemere Faani and Diamond; four lovely young ones.
The onscreen Goddess in October 2020 took to Instagram announcing the end of her marriage with Austine Faani citing violence and misunderstanding that could not be reconciled. Chacha said on the Instagram video that her relationship with Austin is now over and of which Austin reacted to stating that Chacha Eke is a rebellious wife who must be subjected to violence. However, it is not official if the two are divorced or not.
Chacha Eke Salary
Chacha is one of the few and highly paid Nollywood actresses. Her per film role ranges from $30,000- $36. Nevertheless, the on-screen Goddess has never revealed her exact salary amount to the public.
Chacha Eke Net worth
Chacha Eke is one of the most accomplished Nigerian actresses. She has garnered more wealth from her acting career, and it is approximated that her net worth stands at $700,000. She is powerful and influential among the Nollywood actress.