Bukky Abaniwonda
Bukky Abaniwonda | |
|---|---|
| Born | Canada |
| Other names | Bukky Wonder |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, director |
| Known for | Bridges, Awkward Things About Losing Weight, The Carperdian, The African Family |
Bukky Abaniwonda, who is also referred to as Bukky Wonder, is a Canadian actress with Nigerian heritage, noted for her performances in the movies Bridges, Awkward Things About Losing Weight, and The Carperdian.
Personal life
Abaniwonda was born in Canada as the second child among five siblings and spent her early years in Abuja. She completed her secondary education at Command Day Secondary School in Abuja and later obtained a degree in accounting from Bowen University.
Career
Her leading role in the 2017 film Bridges, directed by Rogers Ofime, marked a significant point in her career, followed by an appearance in It's The End. In 2020, she took on the role of director for The African Family, recognized as the first Afro-Canadian web series. This production was shot in Calgary and featured a predominantly Black ensemble cast, including talent from Nigeria, Congo, and Angola.