Osita Iheme (Paw-paw) Biography, Daughter, Lifestyle & Success Story

Osita Iheme popularly known as Paw-paw is one of the most influential actor in Nigeria. Osita Iheme has accumulated great wealth and fame in the cause of his career. He is one of Nigerian actors who have written their names in the founding fathers of Nollywood. He is so talented and funny. Osita Iheme popularly known as Pawpaw is a famous Nollywood comic actor, producer, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, comedian and a television personality. He is a baby dwarf and acts mostly as a kid in several Nollywood movies due to his small stature and physical appearance.

He was born on 20th February, 1982 in Mbaitoli, Imo State in the south eastern part of Nigeria. He is currently 38 years old. He completed both his primary and secondary education in Owerri, Imo State in the south eastern part of Nigeria and obtained both his First School Leaving Certificate and West African Senior School Certificate. After completing his primary and secondary school education, Osita Iheme went further to Lagos State University (LASU) where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts.

Osita Iheme joined the Nigerian movie industry popularly known as Nollywood in 2000 and rose to fame in 2003 after starring in the Nollywood blockbuster movie “Aki na Ukwa” a comedy movie he starred alongside with Chinedu Ikedieze, where he played the role of Pawpaw. The movie brought him to limelight and made him a global figure.

In 2007, Osita Iheme received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the African Movie Academy Awards. He has often been described as one of the best actors of his generation and also one of Nigeria’s most famous comic actors. He has been described as one of the most richest and most influential actors in Nigeria. Osita Iheme is the founder of a powerful Non Governmental Organization known as Inspired Movement Africa. A movement set aside to inspire and stimulate the minds of young Nigerians both home and abroad.

In 2011, Osita Iheme received a national award by the Nigerian Federal Government as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) which happens to be the highest award and honor given to a celebrity in Nigeria who has contributed immensely to the economic growth and development of the country through entertainment. In 2014, Osita Iheme received an award for Best Actor in Nigeria at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. He is also the New Generation Ambassador for Rotary International and the Author of an inspirational book titled “Inspired 101”.

Osita Iheme in the cause of his acting career has acted in more than 300 movies. Some of the movies he has acted include Aki na Ukwa, Jadon, Stubborn Flies, Boys from Holland, Forgive Me Father, The Billionaires, Baby Police, Mr. Ibu, amongst others. His small size figure makes him to stand out amongst other actors and made him a unique actor. Osita Iheme has been described as one of the most sought after actor in Nigeria and also one of the most influential and most talented actors in Nigeria.

Osita Iheme aside from acting is also a serial investor and a philanthropist. He has several businesses and real estate investments. He also has a charity organization, a foundation and a nongovernmental organization (NGO), which is aimed at helping and assisting physically challenge and displaced people. Osita Iheme currently has an estimated net worth of over $3.5 million, making him one of the richest and most influential actors in Nigeria. He is indeed an interesting character to watch out for in the Nigerian movie industry popularly known as Nollywood.