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Emma Onyemaechi • 9 April, 2025

Nancy Isime Biography, Career and journey in Nollywood
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    Nancy Isime, born on December 17, 1991, in Lagos, Nigeria, is a celebrated actress, model, and TV presenter. She hails from the




    Nancy Isime, born on December 17, 1991, in Lagos, Nigeria, is a celebrated actress, model, and TV presenter. She hails from the Esan tribe in Edo State  and experienced a challenging childhood following the loss of her mother at the age of five. Raised by her father, Nancy credits his discipline for shaping her into the strong and determined woman she is today.



    Growing up in Lagos, Nancy completed her primary and junior secondary education before moving to Benin City for her senior secondary schooling. She later pursued higher education, starting with a six-month basic course at the University of Port Harcourt and eventually earning a diploma in Social Work from the University of Lagos. Her passion for social work stems from her desire to help humanity.



    Nancy’s journey into entertainment began with beauty pageants. She won the Miss Valentine International beauty pageant in 2009 and was the first runner-up at the Miss Telecoms Nigeria contest. These achievements opened doors for her modeling career, where she worked with renowned brands such as House of Marie and Zizi Cardow.



    Her acting debut came in 2011 with the TV series Echoes. She gained recognition for her roles in films like Hire a Man (2017), New Money (2018), Merry Men 2 (2019), and Netflix’s Blood Sisters (2022). Nancy also starred in Shanty Town (2023), showcasing her versatility as an actress 



    As a TV presenter, Nancy has hosted popular shows like Trending on HipTV, MTN Project Fame, and The Voice Nigeria. In 2019, she launched The Nancy Isime Show, further solidifying her status as a media personality.



    Nancy’s determination, hard work, and charisma have earned her numerous accolades, including Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. With a reported net worth of $1.5 million, she continues to inspire through her story of resilience and success.














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