Weruche Opia

Personal Info

Gender:
Female
Born:
April 11

(38 years)
Birthplace:
Lagos State
Nationality:
Nigeria

Weruche Opia

Biography

Reanne Weruche Opia is a talented British-Nigerian actress and entrepreneur. She is best known for her role as Cleopatra Ofoedo in the BBC comedy "Bad Education" and her performance in Michaela Coel's BBC series "I May Destroy You," for which she received critical acclaim and awards recognition.

Opia's journey in entertainment began with a guest appearance in a 2010 episode of "The Bill." She further honed her skills during her time with the Renegade Theatre Company in Nigeria before returning to England in 2012. Since then, she has appeared in various TV shows, including Channel 4's "Top Boy" and Channel 5's "Suspects."

Apart from her acting career, Opia is also the founding CEO of the clothing line Jesus Junkie Clothing. She comes from a distinguished background, with her father being an author and professor of social sciences, and her mother being a veteran Nigerian broadcaster and television host, Ruth Benamaisia-Opia.

Opia holds a degree in drama and sociology from the University of the West of England, Bristol. Her notable roles include Naomi in the Dave sitcom "Sliced" and Terry Pratchard in "I May Destroy You." Opia's talent and dedication to her craft have earned her nominations for prestigious awards like the British Academy Television Award and the Black Reel Award. In 2022, she continued to captivate audiences with her performance in the ITV thriller "Our House."

Personal Info

Gender:
Female
Born:
April 11

(38 years)
Birthplace:
Lagos State
Nationality:
Nigeria

Biography

Reanne Weruche Opia is a talented British-Nigerian actress and entrepreneur. She is best known for her role as Cleopatra Ofoedo in the BBC comedy "Bad Education" and her performance in Michaela Coel's BBC series "I May Destroy You," for which she received critical acclaim and awards recognition.

Opia's journey in entertainment began with a guest appearance in a 2010 episode of "The Bill." She further honed her skills during her time with the Renegade Theatre Company in Nigeria before returning to England in 2012. Since then, she has appeared in various TV shows, including Channel 4's "Top Boy" and Channel 5's "Suspects."

Apart from her acting career, Opia is also the founding CEO of the clothing line Jesus Junkie Clothing. She comes from a distinguished background, with her father being an author and professor of social sciences, and her mother being a veteran Nigerian broadcaster and television host, Ruth Benamaisia-Opia.

Opia holds a degree in drama and sociology from the University of the West of England, Bristol. Her notable roles include Naomi in the Dave sitcom "Sliced" and Terry Pratchard in "I May Destroy You." Opia's talent and dedication to her craft have earned her nominations for prestigious awards like the British Academy Television Award and the Black Reel Award. In 2022, she continued to captivate audiences with her performance in the ITV thriller "Our House."