Biography of Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe is a Nigerian actress, film-maker, director and entrepreneur. She is one of Nollywood’s hottest divas who features mostly in Yoruba movies. From her early beginnings to her breakthrough, here’s all you need to know about the screen diva.

Early life and background of Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe was born on the 1st of January, 1978 in Edo State, Nigeria, to Pa Aigbe and Mrs Abisola Grace Owodunni, as the second child of three children. The actress who speaks fluent Yoruba actually hails from Edo State. After completing her elementary education, she attended Maryland Comprehensive Secondary School in Ikeja, Lagos. The beautiful thespian went ahead to obtain an OND in Financial Studies from the Polytechnic of Ibadan, Oyo State. She also holds a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Lagos.

Mercy Aigbe

Her Rise to Fame

Mercy had always liked acting since she was a child. Being good at Maths and science subjects, her dad wanted her to study Accounting. Her father was stern on her as he insisted none of his children will become actors. She once revealed that she had to beg and appease him with a goat in order to get his approval on her acting career. In a bid to please her dad, she worked as a marketer at a bank though her passion was still acting. After a while, she quit the job to focus on her acting career.

The fair-skinned star made her acting debut in movie titled “Ara” in 2006. Since her breakout movie, Mercy has become one of the most sought after Yoruba actresses. She has featured in various movies including Satanic, Afefe ife, Okanjua, Atunida leyi, Ara, Igberaga, Osas, Ihamo, Ìpèsè, Ile Oko mii, Victims, 200 million, Heaven on my mind, Lagos Real Fake Life and others.

She established her film school called “Mercy Aigbe Gentry School of Drama” in 2016. The school offers a 4-month training in acting, script-writing, movie making, stage management, etc.
The sultry actress is known for her fashion sense. For every occasion, trust the actress to show up in mind blowing and sophisticated outfit. Her outfit at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards earned her accolades from fashion enthusiasts and she was talked about for days.

Mercy Aigbe

Her Entrepreneurial Exploits

Besides acting, the renowned actress has shown to be quite adept at business. She owns the MagDivas boutique which is situated in Lagos and Ibadan. Mercy also has a skincare line called Flawless by Mercy, and an asoebi store called Asoebi Mercy.

Mercy Aigbe’s Relationship and Family Life

The fashion icon was once married to Lanre Gentry. The marriage was dissolved based on allegations of domestic violence. The union was blessed with two kids.

Awards and Nominations

City People Awards honoured her as the Best Actress in Yoruba.

She was awarded Fashion Entrepreneur of the Year at Links and Glitz World Awards

She was awarded Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Yoruba) – 2010

Nominated as the Best Actress in an Indigenous Movie (non-English speaking language) – 2012

Award of Excellence at the Global Leadership Awards for Excellence (GLADE) – 2012

Best Indigenous Language (Yoruba) – 2014

Mercy was honoured as a Woman of Style at the MoreKlue All Youths Awards – 2014

Yoruba Movies Academy Awards (YMAA) nominated Mercy Aigbe for Best Actress in a Lead Role – 2014

Yoruba Movie Personality of the Year at City People Entertainment – 2015

City People Movie Award nominee for Best Actress of the Year (Yoruba) – 2016

Role Model Awards at the All Youths Tush Awards – 2017

Greenview Awards nominates Mercy Aigbe for Best Supporting Actress – 2018

Nominee for Most Searched Actress at the NET Honours – 2018

Most Popular Actress nominee at the NET Honours – 2018

Nominated for the Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Yoruba) at the Best of Nollywood Awards (BON) – 2018

Mercy Aigbe won award for Most Popular Actress at the NET Honours – 2019

Mercy Aigbe’s Net Worth

According to online sources, the elegant is ranked amongst the richest and most influential actresses in Nigeria with an estimated net worth of $600,000.

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