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Barbara Soky is a Nigerian actress who has made a name for herself in the Nigerian movie industry. Born on March 10th, 1984, in the Eastern part of Nigeria, she hails from the Ikwerre tribe in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Early Life and Education
Barbara Soky was born into a family of eight children. Her mother was a teacher, and her father was a civil servant. She had her primary education in Port Harcourt, and her secondary education in a boarding school in Lagos.
Upon completing her secondary education, Barbara Soky gained admission into the University of Port Harcourt, where she studied Theatre Arts. She always had a passion for acting and pursued her dreams despite initial opposition from her parents, who wanted her to study law.
Career
Barbara Soky began her acting career in 2005, in a television series titled “Family Ties,” which was produced by Amaka Igwe. She later went on to star in “Blackberry Babes,” “The Bench,” “Days of Tears,” and many other movies.
Barbara Soky has received numerous awards and nominations for her exceptional acting skills. In 2013, she won the Best Actress in a Leading Role award at the Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards. She was also nominated for the Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the 2012 Nollywood Movies Awards.
Personal Life
Barbara Soky is married to an engineer and businessman, and they have two children together. She keeps her personal life private and rarely shares details with the public.
Filmography
Some of Barbara Soky’s notable films include:
| Film | Year |
|---|---|
| Family Ties | 2005 |
| Blackberry Babes | 2011 |
| The Bench | 2013 |
| Days of Tears | 2015 |
You can watch some of her movies on her YouTube channel.
Cars and House
Barbara Soky is rumored to own a Range Rover and a Mercedes-Benz. She also owns a house in Lekki, Lagos.
Net Worth
As of 2023, Barbara Soky’s net worth is estimated to be $500,000. In Nigerian Naira, her net worth is approximately ₦203 million, in Canadian dollars, her net worth is approximately CAD619,000, in Ghanaian cedi, her net worth is approximately GHC2.9 million, in Kenyan shilling, her net worth is approximately KES54.4 million, in South African rand, her net worth is approximately ZAR7.5 million, in Ugandan shilling, her net worth is approximately UGX1.8 billion, and in Indian rupee, her net worth is approximately INR36.7 million.
Barbara Soky’s net worth is impressive and is a testament to her hard work and dedication to her craft.
Awards and Nominations
- 2013 – Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards
- 2012 – Nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Nollywood Movies Awards
Barbara Soky is a talented actress who has won the hearts of many with her exceptional acting skills. She is a role model to many young girls who aspire to be like her.
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