Eddy Young
Nigerian film maker
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Edward Young (born Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon) is a Nigerian filmmaker known for his debut production film Kasanova that became a box office success as the highest grossing Nigerian film in September 2019.[1][2] He was recognized by the Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II in 2020 for his contributions in the Nollywood sector.[3][4]
May 17
Eddy Young | |
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| Born | Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon May 17 Benin city, Edo State, Nigeria |
| Alma mater | University of Benin |
| Occupations | Film Producer and Media Executive. |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Notable work | Kasanova |
Life
Eddy was born to the family of Mr and Mrs Erhahon in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria. He attended school in Benin city and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Adult and Non-Formal Education from the University of Benin.[5] His career started as an on-air personality with independent television and Radio Benin and later served in Hitfm Calabar.[6] His major industry break was in January 2019 when he produced Kasanova[7] which has received reviews from critics and viewers.[8] The film made its debut in Nigerian cinema in September 2019[9] and debuted on Netflix in June 2020.[10] In the same year, he produced a web series titled The Badchelors which was premiered on 29 April.[11][12]
Filmography
- 2020 Old School Lives On (producer)
- 2020 Man Like Jimmy (producer)
- 2020 The Badchelors (web series) (producer)
- 2019 Kasanova (producer)
- 2019 Dejavu (producer)
- 2019 What Happened on 3rd Street (producer)
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