Nigerian-born Hollywood actress ,
Oghenekaro Itene has landed another landmark in her journey to score
a sterling point in the American movie industry. She was recently
announced as the official ambassador for the Hollywood and African
Prestigious Awards,HAPA, which means she will be representing the
Africans in diaspora.
Oghenekaro is currently filming her
debut movie in Hollywood titled ‘Chase’ where she plays the role
of Jayla. The movie is written and directed by Michael Matteo Rossi,
co-produced by Michael Matteo Rossi and Katrina Y. Nelson.
Oghenekaro balances three careers, one
as an actress, a Makeup Artist - the creator/CEO of Kadia Makeovers
and a philanthropist. Some of her notable features include ‘Shattered
Mirror’ a feature film directed by Lancelot Imasuen Oduwa, ‘The
Prodigal’ and ‘Esohe’ by Charles Uwagbai . She has also
featured in some prominent series including, ‘Lincoln's Clan’ and
‘Tinsel’.
Billed for the Alex Theatre in
Glandale, California on September 30, HAPA is produced by Founder and
Executive Producer, Ms. Tina Weisinger of ‘I Dream 4 All
Foundation’. This visionary continues to raise the bar creating
synergies and bridging gaps with both cultures by recognizing
pioneers in the movies, music and comedy industries. HAPA will
celebrate outstanding achievements of artists from various
entertainment genres with the vision to continuously blend the
richness of African cultures and the beauty of America to promote
In its second edition, HAPA will
showcase the grand awesomeness of African royalty merged with the
affluence of Western connoisseurs. It successfully celebrates the
best of two cultures in 32 categories. In the ‘Oldies but Goodies’
category, along with nominees are Anita Baker, Stevie Wonder, Diana
Ross, The 5th Dimension and Charles Wright. Borrowed by Dr. Dre,
Madonna and Diplo; sampled looped by N.W.A. and themed by the NBA,
Charles Wright’s ‘Express Yourself’ has touched the lives of
generations since 1970; being deemed the most licensed song.
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