Sharon Ooja Egwurubekok is a prominent Nigerian actress known for her portrayal of “Shalewa” in the popular web series, Skinny Girl in Transit, which brought her into the spotlight.
Early Life
Sharon Ooja comes from a family of six, being one of four daughters born to Mr. and Mrs. Ooja Egwurube.
Born on April 6, 1991, in Kaduna, she grew up in Plateau state, Nigeria. Sharon identifies proudly as a Northern girl from the Idoma tribe of Benue State.
Education
Her educational journey began at Kings and Queens School in Jos, where she completed her primary education.
She then attended Regina Pacis Secondary School in Abuja before moving on to St. Louis Girls’ College, Jos.
Sharon furthered her studies and obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Houdegbe North American University in Cotonou, Benin.
Career
Before venturing into acting, Sharon had a brief stint working at a real estate firm. Her journey into the world of acting was unexpected.
While on a modeling assignment for a store, she caught the attention of Ndani TV, who invited her for an interview. This led to her debut role in the series ‘Gidi Up.’
Her breakout role came in 2016 when she starred as ‘Shalewa’ in Ndani TV’s ‘Skinny Girl in Transit.’ This role propelled her into the limelight, earning her recognition and praise for her exceptional performance.
She has since appeared in numerous movies and TV series, including ‘Òlòtūré,’ where she stepped out of her comfort zone to portray a challenging character.
Nominations and Awards
Sharon Ooja has garnered nominations for various awards, including Revelation of the Year (Female) at the Best of Nollywood Awards 2019, Best Supporting Actress at the Best of Nollywood Awards 2020, and Most Popular Actress at the Net Honours.
Age
Sharon Ooja Born on April 6, 1991, in Kaduna. She is 33 years old.
Relationships
While Sharon has not publicly disclosed her relationship status, she has been romantically linked with several men in the entertainment industry.
Speculations about her relationship with actor Timini Egbuson surfaced during their appearance together in ‘Skinny Girl in Transit.’
Net Worth
As one of Nigeria’s most influential actresses, Sharon Ooja boasts an estimated net worth of over $100,000, primarily derived from her successful acting career.