All We Know About Sharon Ooja Biography, Net worth, Spouse, Career, Controversy

She got her name into the Nollywood industry due to the infamous role she played in skinny Girl of Transit soapie where she played her character Shalewa.

Sharon Ooja is a Nigerian actress. She gained attention after she played the character “Shalewa” in the web show Skinny Girl in Transit

Profiling Sharon Ooja

Early Life

The famous actress Sharon Ooja who’s sometimes referred to by the name of Shalewabecause due to her role in a well-known film in a movie was born on the 6th day of April 1991. She’s from Benue State, Nigeria.

Sharon Ooja had her early childhood throughout the two states of Kaduna as well as the Plateau States respectively. She moved to Lagos State in 2013 in pursuit of a career in theatre.

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Education

Sharon was born and received primary as well as secondary schooling in the northern region of Nigeria however she went on to Houdegbe the North American University, Benin, where she graduated with a diploma from the Department of Mass Communication.

Career

Sharon relocated her home to Lagos in the year 2013 in order to begin the acting profession she had been doing professionally. Lagos is regarded as the state of commerce within Nigeria where talent is noticed quickly.

Her breakout role was when she appeared in the role of Shalewain the Skinny Girl on Transit.

Since her role in the movie has been featured in a variety of films and television shows. She is now an actress to be reckoned with.

Personal Life

There was a popular online rumor about Sharon Ooja was in a serious relationship with Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson and she stepped out to deny the speculation.

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As of right now, Sharon Ooja is still in a relationship and has not been seen in any relationships It’s unclear whether she’s keeping her private but we’ll inform you when more details are gathered about it.

Filmography

• Coming from the Insanity (2020)
• Oloture (2019)
• King of Boys (2018)
• Skinny Girl in Transit (2016-)
• Lara and the Beat
• Coming From Insanity
• Moms at War
• from Lagos With Love (2018)
• The Men’s Club
• Bling Lagosians (2019)

Television Series

• The Men’s Club
•  skinny Girl of Transit
• The Gide

Nominations

• The Future Awards Africa Prize For Acting 2019
• City People Movie Award for Most Featured
• City People Movie Award for Most Promising
• City People Movie Award for Best New Actress of the Year (English)

Net Worth

The renowned actress Sharon Ooja is thought to have amassed some sort of net worth that ranges from $100,000 to $250,000.

Social Media

• Instagram: @Sharonooja
• Twitter: @SharonOoja
• Phone Number: Not Available

Controversy

Sharon Ooja: I’m Not One of Those that Thrive on Controversy

As a charming actress, Sharon Ooja walks the red carpet on Sunday night at the premiere of “The Perfect Arrangement” which is a rom-com produced through Inkblot along with FilmOne Entertainment, her glow also lit up the venue. Sharon Ooja poses for photographs in the presence of her guests and exchanged greetings with guests, colleagues, and smiling faces from the crew cast much to the delight of the paparazzi who kept snapping on the screen. Exuding joy at being the main attraction of the evening, following her part in the film as Tade as the main character in the film her enthusiasm could be felt. She had a chat about Ferdinand Ekechukwuon her ideal character, role, and experiences on the stage of the film

A little more about the film, ‘The Perfect Arrangement’ sounds like a great choice as a movie’s title. What was wrong, and what did go right within the context of the story?

In the movie ‘The Perfect Arrangement’, Tade was in love. In the perfect arrangement, the problem was the fact that the two boys were in love. And what happened? You are able to watch Tade in the film in the cinemas on May 13th to learn more about what could mean…

We’d like to know about your character as well as your role in the film

Okay, so I took on my role as Tade. The character was a very happy young, wealthy girl who became infatuated with two men… That’s an unsolved problem.

Do you have ever experienced relationships actually?

I’m not allowed to talk about it Sorry (smiles )… I don’t want to reveal it now (laughing).

What makes you believe this is a film that viewers should go to?

It’s a good romantic comedy. The country is tough and everything is hard, it’s true. Go to the movie and enjoy a film that can bring you smile or smile. It’s a straightforward love story and that’s what it’s supposed to be.

What did you think of your experience during the making of the film?

Oh, I absolutely love Inklobt. Therefore, each time I’m with them my heart is relaxed. They don’t put pressure on actors. Therefore, I love them.

Is there a particular role that you’re eager to play? or have been a part of many parts?

Yes, a musician. I would definitely like to be a musician, where I can sing, dance, and choreograph for months at a time and put in lots of effort. So yea…that.

What’s a typical day for Sharon?

When I’m not at work, I’m eating, sleeping and food…

Apart from acting, what other skills of entertainment do you have?

As a model, I’m sure I’m the best. I’m definitely able to present. I believe that every actor is able to present. I’m able of dancing and can sing. That’s all this…

What did you learn for the role you’re currently doing?

Sincerely speaking, it’s because of the Lord Jesus as I had no plan to play. I’ve said it a few times during my interviews. I didn’t know that I would become an actor. However, we are grateful to God that I’m here and I’m doing my best.

How do you avoid controversy since you’re not perceived as like that?

I’m just here to do my job. My colleagues and I aren’t among those people who like controversy. I’m of the opinion that if I’m on the news I should be the focus of attention because of my work.

I don’t mean to disrespect anyone who is controversial or has a reputation for being controversial. However, it’s not my style. And should anyone be published I’d like to be certain that I didn’t create the publication.

Spouse

A well-known actress, Sharon Ooja has addressed speculations of her having the same relationship as her colleague Timini Egbuson.

The “Skinny Girl on the Move’ actor, during an interview with Wazobia TV, denied the dating rumors, saying that she’s not married and is not in a connection to Timini as was reported.

Sharon added: “Timini is fantastic to be around and is a lovely man, which is why it appears like we’re chemistry on, but we’re not.

“I am not dating Timini, I’m a single young lady and I’m ready to be in a relationship.”

When she was asked to marry The actress stated that even though she was ready for marriage, “God’s time is the best”.

“I’m not being pressured to get married since I believe that God’s timing is the most ideal time for marriage.

“I’m too scared to go into a relationship due to the types of men who are interested in me. They mostly perceive beauty from the outside but they don’t realize there’s much more I can provide than just beauty.

“I am drawn to intelligent and not those who are materialistic in contrast to the speculations that come from social media.

“If you go through my page you will think I’m materialistic but I don’t let these things consume me like what people think,” she explained.

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