Okawa Shaznay Bio, Husband, Jackie Oppiah, Best Movies

Okawa Shaznay is a famous Cameroonian and Nollywood actress who rose to fame for starring in several Nollywood blockbuster movies and TV shows. Her most famous role is in a popular Nollywood film called Lyore alongside Rita Dominic and Joseph Benjamin. Shaznay is now crowned as the first woman in Cameroon to finally have success in Nollywood. Her other popular lead role was in a 2016 TV series called Delilah The Mysterious Case of Delilah. This particular role won her the Lady of the Year award on the ELOY red carpet back in 2016.

Okawa Shaznay Age

Where is Okawa Shaznay from? Okawa was born on the 5th of May in the year 1986 in Bamenda, North West Province of Cameroon, West Africa. Therefore, she turned 37 years old in 2023. Shaznay is also believed to celebrate her birthday with close friends and family on May 5th every year. In addition, Okawa’s zodiac birth sign is Taurus.

Okawa Shaznay Education

Okawa Shaznay was born in Cameroon and attended a public primary school situated in her hometown. She then joined Presbyterian Secondary School Mankon, Bamenda, Cameroon and finished her fourth year with straight As. Shaznay was able to land a scholarship and furthered her studies in the United States. She earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from Texas Southern University.

Okawa Shaznay Nationality

Is Okawa Shaznay Cameroonian? Yes, Okawa holds Cameroonian nationality and ethnicity. She was born in Bamenda in the West Province area of Cameroon. She is now the first Cameroonian woman to break into Nollywood.

Okawa Shaznay Height | Body Measurements and Weight

Okawa measures an average standing height of 5 feet 4 inches tall which is equivalent to 1.65 meters tall. Her weight is also approximated to be 65 to 70 kilograms. Her other body measurements are 32-33-20 inches respectively. Okawa also has an hourglass body stature and her hair color is black.

Okawa Shaznay Parents

Shaznay was born and raised by her loving parents. Her father is a Camerroon-based businessman while Okawa’s mother is a housewife. However, Okawa manages to keep information about her parent’s names away from the public eye and away from the limelight. She also never fails to post about her parents on social media. Therefore, more information about Okawa’s parents and family background will be shared once it is out.

Okawa Shaznay Sisters | Siblings

According to our findings, Okawa first grew up as the only child in her family. Neverthelss, her parents decided to have another child when she was studying in the United States. Thus, Okawa has one younger sister whom she likes to hide her identity from the public and keep it confidential.

Nollywood Actress Okawa Shaznay Career

Shaznay rose to fame for her highly succesful role in a Nollywood blockbuster film called lyore. She played her famous supporting role alongside accomplished Nollywood stars like Rita Dominic and Joseph Benjamin. Okawa then landed her first lead role in a 2016 TV show called Delilah. Initially, she first made her acting debut by starring in a 2012 film called Refugees filmed in Ghana. From there, the production team moved to the United States where OKawa decided to audition and receive her part. Okawa then moved to Nigeria and auditioned for the role of Ciara in Cheaters One and became a regular in the second part of the movie. This move stamped her name as un upcoming and passionate Nollywood actress.

She then starred in Cheaters Vacation (2014 and Scars (2016) before landing her award-winning lead role in 2016. Okawa landed Delilah’s role in a Nollywood mystery series called Delilah: The Mysterious Case of Delilah Ambrose. She won the Exquisite Lady of the Year (ELOY) for appearing in Delilah. This catapulted her career to stardom as a Nollywood Actress.

In 2017, Shaznay starred in Crossed Path, Perfect Strangers, Soul Tie, Snatched and Wounded. These particular roles earned her International and national recognition as a Nigerian-based actress. Her most recent TV and film projects are In Concession (2020), Grow Up or Nuts (2020) and Almost Had You (2021).

Okawa Shaznay Husband | Boyfriend

Is Okawa Married? Okawa is currently single and unmarried at the moment. She is also known for being private with her personal dating life. Okawa never even posts about her relationship status on social media. Therefore, it is not known whether Okawa has a fiance, boyfriend or husband. We will update you once Okawa decides to go public with her marital status.

Okawa Shaznay Kids | Children

Okawa does not have a kid or children at the moment. Nevertheless, there have been rumors and speculations that Okawa was pregnant and that she had a baby with a popular Nollywood actor. However, she denied being pregnant and having a child through a social media post. We will update you once Shaznay decides to have children of her own.

Okawa Shaznay Jackie Appiah | Look Alike

Jackie Appiah is a popular Canadian and Ghanaian actress known for her best Nollywood onscreen appearances. Born and raised to Ghanaian parents in Canada, North America, Jackie’s most famous Nollywood roles are in Who Loves Me, Princess Tyra, Mummy’s Daughter and more. These roles have won her several awards including the Best Actress Leading Role in the 2010 Africa Movie Academy Movie Award and more.

Jackie has worked with Shaznay in several Hollywood films. Therefore, raising speculation that they are blood sisters. This is because Jacki and Okawa bear the same resemblance causing fans to believe that they are truly fraternal twins or sisters. However, they are not sisters. Jackie is Okawa’s look alike but they are not related.

Okawa Shaznay Net Worth

In the course of her career as an actress, Okawa has been able to accumulate a net worth of around $100 thousand as of 2023. This amount has been specified according to the number of properties under her name and her annual salary.