Zubby Michael
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Zubby Micheal | |
|---|---|
| Born | Azubuike Michael Egwu Anambra State |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Education | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Mass Communication) |
| Alma mater | Nnamdi Azikiwe University |
| Occupations | Actor movie producer. |
| Known for | His role in Three Windows. |
Azubuike Michael Egwu professionally known as Zubby Michael is a Nigerian film actor and film producer.[1][2] He is known for his roles in Three Widows, Royal Storm and Professional Lady. His first appearance was in the movie titled Missing Rib but known for The Three Widows where he played the lead role.[3]
Political career
Zubby was born on February 1, 1985, in Anambra State. He attended Nnamdi Azikiwe University where he obtained a degree in mass communication.[4]
He began acting at a young age in Yola, the capital city of Adamawa State.[5] His first movie appearance was in a movie titled Missing Rib but became popular for his lead role in The Three Widows. Zubby has appeared in several other films.[6][7]
On 25 November 2019, he was appointed into a political position as the special adviser on media to the Anambra State governor Willie Obiano.[8][9] He was awarded a certificate of recognition for his contribution to the City Radio 89.7 FM youth empowerment initiative in Anambra State.[10]
Awards and nominations
Acting awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | City People Movie Awards | Best Actor of the Year (Igbo)[11] | Nominated |
| City People Movie Awards | Best Actor of the Year (English)[12] | Nominated | |
| Nigeria Achievers Awards | Best Lead Actor of the Year (English)[13] | Nominated | |
| South South Achievers Awards (SSA)[14] | Male Actor of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2018 | South East Entertainment Award | Movie icon of the year | Won |
| City People Movie Awards[15] | Best Actor Of The Year (English) | Nominated | |
| 2015 | Nigerian Entertainment Award[16] | Actor of the Year (Indigenous Films) | Nominated |
| City People Movie Awards[citation needed] | Best Supporting Actor of the Year (English) | Nominated | |
| 2014 | City People Movie Awards[17] | Best New Actor of the Year (English) | Nominated |
| 2011 | Best Of Nollywood Awards (BON)[18] | Most Promising Act (male) | Nominated |
Other awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | South-East Beauty Pageant Organisation | Best Celebrity Politician of the Year | Won |
| 2019 | City People Movie Awards | Best Igbo Film of the Year (Eze ndi Ala)[11] | Nominated |
| 2018 | The Nigerian MSMEs & Achievers Awards | Nollywood Personality of the Year | Won |
Pictorials
| Year | Name of Magazine |
|---|---|
| 2019 | A New Touch of Africa (spring/summer 2019 edition)[19] |
