Erica Nlewedim

Ngozi Ugomma Erica Nlewedim (born March 13, 1994) is a Nigerian actress, model, and media personality who gained widespread prominence following her participation in the 2020 edition of the reality television show, Big Brother Naija (BBNaija). She is recognized for her career in acting, modeling, and entrepreneurship.Early Life and Education Erica Nlewedim was born on March 13, 1994. Her parents are Oby Nwokolo and Eric Nlewedim. She completed her university education at Covenant University, where she obtained a degree in Business Administration. Driven by her passion for acting, Nlewedim furthered her studies abroad in 2019, attending the Met Film School in London, where she studied Acting for Film (Level 1 & 2).Career Progression and Major Achievements Nlewedim began her career as a model, working with several prominent brands, including Glo, Jumia, and MyZotoApp. She served as the brand face for Zaron Cosmetics, Access Bank, and Maltina from 2015 to 2017. Her professional acting career commenced in 2015 with a lead role in the movie *Secrets and Scandals*. She also featured in the TV series *Royal Castle* for three seasons. She has worked as a producer, notably creating her first short film with a team in Birmingham. Nlewedim achieved massive recognition in 2020 as a housemate on the "Lockdown" edition of Big Brother Naija. Although her time on the show was controversial, it significantly boosted her visibility, leading to numerous brand endorsements and media opportunities, including a feature in a Peak Milk TV advertisement alongside Nigerian pop artist, Falz.Notable Works and Current Status Erica Nlewedim's filmography includes her debut movie, *Secrets and Scandals* (2015), as well as *Poka Messiah*, *The Paternity Deal*, *Being Farouk*, *Dead Rites*, *Fractured*, *Win or Lose*, and *Made in Heaven*. She also held a supporting role in the movie *Hire A Woman*. She has also featured in the TV series *My Flatmates*. Beyond entertainment, Nlewedim is an entrepreneur. She is the Chief Executive Officer of her luxury hair brand, Beluxia Hair. Her current status is defined by her successful transition from reality TV star to a recognized figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry, balancing acting roles with her business ventures and commercial modeling commitments.