What you should know about Linda Osifo

Linda Adesuwa Osifo is a Nigerian actress, model, and TV host and Humanitarian. She was born on July 27, 1991, in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. She is the CEO of Bloommotionmedia and Founder of LAOfoundation.

Early Life and Education:

Linda Osifo grew up in a family of five children and was raised by her parents, Paul and Marriet Osifo. She initially lived with her grandmother before moving to Canada at the age of 16. She is the first daughter of her family. She attended York University in Toronto Canada in 2013 where she obtained her Bachelors of Art degree in Psychology.

Career:

Linda Adesuwa Osifo began her acting career in 2012, featuring in the TV series “Family Secrets.” In New Jersey USA directed by Ikechukwu Onyeka. In 2013, she starred in her first Nollywood film titled”King Akubueze” directed by Nonso Emekewe. She also got featured in the popular Nigeria Soap Opera “Tinsel“. She gained recognition for her roles in films like “Bedlam” (2016) and “Okafor’s Law” (2016). She has since become one of Nigeria’s most respected and accomplished actresses, with over 60 films to her credit.

In addition to acting, Linda Osifo is a model and has worked with several top brands. She is also a TV host and has hosted several events and shows, including the 2019 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards.

Linda Osifo is currently featured in the movie “The Big Score” directed by Shalom Chiki Uyi and produced by Raymond Jefferson released on 3rd August, 2024.

Awards and Recognition:

Linda Osifo has received numerous awards and nominations for her contributions to the Nigerian film industry, including:

• Best Actor at the 2011 Africa Entertainment Awards Canada.
• Creative Actor of the year at the 2018 Starzz Awards.
• Best Actress at the 2019 Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival.

Personal Life:

Linda Osifo is a spinster. Known for her philanthropic efforts, her love for philanthropy led to the founding of LAO foundation an acronym for Love and Oneness; An NGO posed with the task of eradicating poverty and literacy in Nigeria and Africa at large. She is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness.

Linda Osifo is a talented and versatile actress, model, and TV host. Her contributions to the Nigerian film industry have been significant, and she continues to inspire and entertain audiences through her work. Her recent role in “The Big Score” is a testament to her enduring legacy in the entertainment industry.

List of the movies she has featured in:

• Tinsel -2015
• Hidden Truth -2017
• Merry Men 2 -2019
• Son of Mercy -2019
• Believe in you -2019
• Lemonade -2020
• Last request -2020
• Unroyal -2020
• Tanwa Savage -2020
• A naija Christmas -2021
• Woke -2022
• The Men’s Club -2023

Read the movie review of Linda Osifo’s recent movie feature -The Big Score.