Key Facts About Frederick Leonard
- He is a popular Nigerian actor.
- His birth date is May 1, 1980.
- He is the firstborn of his parents’ two children.
- He adheres to the Christian faith.
- He was born in the Nigerian state of Anambra.
- Frederick Leonard and Peggy Ovire were married on October 22, 2022.
- He is $1.5 million richer than he was before.
Who is Frederick Leonard?
Frederick Leonard is a well-known actor in Nigeria. He was named best supporting actor at the 2014 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards. He took home the trophy for Best Supporting Actor at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards. He was born in Anambra State, Southeast Nigeria, on May 1, 1980. Frederick Nnaemeka Leonard is his full name.
Frederick Leonard Early Life
Frederick Leonard was born in the state of Anambra in Nigeria, located in the southeastern part of the country and primarily populated by people of the Igbo ethnic group. He is the eldest of two children, both of whom were born into a family that also consists of a mother and a father. He is the oldest child in the family.
Frederick Leonard Education
Frederick Leonard attended St. Peter’s Anglican Primary School in Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos State, for his elementary school and Oregun High School in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos State, for his secondary education. It was to further his education that Frederick Leonard relocated to the northern Nigerian state of Kaduna. He submitted an application to Kaduna Polytechnic, was accepted, and ultimately received a diploma in biochemistry there.
Frederick Leonard Career
Frederick Leonard made his acting debut in 2001, appearing in a handful of short films in Nigeria. However, he soon decided to put acting on hold while he finished his education. His first major role came in the 2008 film Indian Doctor, after he had finished college and returned to Nollywood (the Nigerian film industry).
The Nigerian soap opera Disclosure, which airs largely on Africa Magic on DSTV, was his first acting role, and it aired in 2009. Grey was Frederick Leonard’s first feature, while Void, released in 2019, was his second. As an orphan, Frederick Leonard has spoken out about the pain of losing his parents, especially his mother, who he says “left a void in his life” due to her untimely passing.
When asked about his personality type, Frederick Leonard told the Nigerian newspaper “This Day” that he is an introvert and not the party kind. He also admitted to having a small group of close friends and family as well as not being a drinker or smoker. To name just a few of the films he has appeared in: Our Jesus Story, A Better Family, The Reunion, Discontent 1&2, In Every Way, Indian Doctor, 40 Looks Good on You, Monster Under Skin 1&2, The Royal Dignity, and Desperate Son.
Frederick Leonard Parents
Mr. and Mrs. Leonard are the proud parents of Frederick Leonard.
Frederick Leonard Siblings
Frederick Leonard only has one sibling, a sister.
Frederick Leonard Ethnicity
Frederick Leonard is a member of the Igbo tribe, which can be found in Nigeria.
Frederick Leonard Religion
Frederick Leonard adheres to the Christian faith.
Frederick Leonard Wife
Frederick Leonard is married to Peggy Ovire, a fellow Nigerian movie actress. They announced their engagement on October 22, 2022, and got married on November 19, 2022.
Frederick Leonard Children
Frederick Leonard does not currently have any children of his own.
Frederick Leonard Social Media
On Instagram and Twitter, Federick Leonard’s handles are @freddieleonard and @freddleonard, respectively.
Federick Leonard Net Worth
It is estimated that Frederick Leonard has a net worth of one million dollars.
