Evan Okoro is a multi-talented Nigerian entertainer who has made a name for herself in the Nollywood industry.

She is an actress, comedian, writer, and film producer who has starred in several movies, such as Sexy Investment, American Chikito, and Bigo Madness.

She is also known as Doctor Maria, a character she played in a movie. She is a self-made woman who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most popular and influential figures in the Nigerian entertainment scene.

Profile

• Full name: Evan Okoro
• Nickname: Doctor Maria
• Date of birth: December 4, 1990
• Age: 34 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Imo State, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Profession: Actress, comedian, writer, and film producer
• Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Roseline, Elizabeth, Kenneth, Martin, and Raymond Okoro
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Net worth: $500,000

Early Life & Education

Evan Okoro, turning 34 in 2024, was born on December 4, 1990, in Imo State, Nigeria. She is from the Igbo ethnic group and hails from a poor family.

She had to start working very young to support her parents and siblings. She has five siblings: Roseline, Elizabeth, Kenneth, Martin, and Raymond Okoro.

She brought her parents from the village to Onitsha when she was only 13 years old, using the money she earned from hawking.

She also said that she started suffering from childhood and had to make many sacrifices for her family.

She attended primary and secondary schools in Onitsha. She also learned how to write scripts and produce movies. She later moved to Lagos, the hub of the Nollywood industry, to pursue her dreams.

She enrolled in a film school and graduated with a diploma in film production. She also studied mass communication at the National Open University of Nigeria.

Personal Life

Evan Okoro is very private and does not share much about her personal life with the public. She is probably in a relationship but has not confirmed it on social media or in interviews.

She has not revealed her husband or children if she has any. She is mostly focused on her acting, comedian, writer, and producer career.

Career

Evan Okoro started her career as an actress in the Nollywood industry in 2010. She has since featured in over 50 movies, playing different roles and genres.

Some of her notable movies are Sexy Investment, American Chikito, Bigo Madness, Doctor Maria, and The Return of Doctor Maria.

She is known for her versatility, creativity, and humor. She has also won several awards and nominations for her performances, such as the Best Actress in a Comedy at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) in 2021.

She is also a comedian with a large social media fan base. She posts funny videos and skits on her Instagram and YouTube channels, with over 1 million and 500,000 followers. She often collaborates with other comedians, such as Broda Shaggi, Mr Macaroni, and Taaooma.

She is also a writer and a film producer who has written and produced some of her movies, such as Bigo Madness, Doctor Maria, and The Return of Doctor Maria. She is the CEO of Evan Okoro Productions, a film production company that she founded in 2018.

Controversy

Evan Okoro is no stranger to controversy, as she has been involved in scandals and controversies in her career.

The most recent and prominent one was the controversy surrounding her movie Bigo Madness, which she wrote, produced, and starred in.

The movie, released in 2021, was a comedy that portrayed the lives and experiences of some Nigerians who use the Bigo Live app. This live-streaming platform allows users to interact with each other and earn money. The movie was meant to be a satire and a promotion of the app, which Evan Okoro is a brand ambassador for.

However, the movie sparked a lot of backlash and criticism from some people who felt that the movie was tarnishing the image and reputation of the app and its users.

They accused Evan Okoro of portraying the app as a platform for immorality, fraud, and prostitution. They also claimed she used the movie to mock and ridicule the app and its users.

They demanded that she delete the movie from her YouTube channel and apologize to the app and its users. They also threatened to sue her and boycott her movies and products.

Evan Okoro defended herself and her movie, saying that she did not intend to offend or defame anyone or anything with her movie.

She said she only tried to make people laugh and educate them about the app and its benefits. She also said that she had the permission and approval of the app to make the movie and that she was not paid to do so.

She refused to delete the movie or apologize, saying she was proud of her work and had the right to express herself creatively. She also said that she was not afraid of any lawsuit or boycott, as she had the support of her fans and colleagues.

The controversy generated a lot of attention and publicity for the movie and the app, as many people became curious about watching the movie and downloading the app. The movie became one of the most watched and trending on YouTube, with over 10 million views and thousands of comments.

The app also gained more popularity and users, as many people wanted to experience the app for themselves. The controversy also made Evan Okoro more famous and influential, gaining more followers and fans who admired her courage and creativity.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @evanokoro
• Twitter handle: @evanokoro
• YouTube channel: Evan Okoro

Filmography

• Sexy Investment
• American Chikito
• Doctor Maria
• The Return of Doctor Maria
• Bigo Madness

Net Worth

Evan Okoro has an estimated net worth of $500,000.

She makes money from acting, comedy, writing, and producing careers. She also earns from endorsements, advertisements, and sponsorships.

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