Rita Daniels is a Nigerian actress, film producer, politician, and entrepreneur, best known as the mother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels
. She has decades of experience in the Nigerian film industry and has also served in political roles.
Early Life and education
- Origin: Rita Daniels is a native of Ogwashi-Ukwu, a town in Delta State, Nigeria.
- Family: She is the mother of four children, including the successful actress Regina Daniels. She has reportedly never been married.
- Legal career: In March 2023, Daniels earned a Bachelor of Law degree from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).
Career in entertainment
- Acting: Daniels began her acting career in church dramas and later transitioned to Nollywood, where she took on many roles. Some of her notable movie credits include:
- The Enemy I Know (2019)
- Anger of a Wonder Girl (2017)
- Sonia (2019)
- Dirty Diamond (2012)
- Jealous Princess (2008)
- Producing and directing: She expanded her career into filmmaking as a producer and director.
- Mentorship: She coached and mentored her daughter, Regina Daniels, introducing her to the Nigerian film industry at a young age.
Political career
- Former AGN chairperson: Daniels previously served as the chairperson of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Delta State chapter.
- Senior Special Assistant: As of late 2023, she was appointed the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor of Delta State on Women Mobilization and Empowerment.
Other ventures and recognition
- Entrepreneur: Daniels is also an entrepreneur.
- “Nollywood Personality of the Year”: In 2020, she was voted the “Most Outstanding Nollywood Personality” at the Igbere TV Leadership Excellence Awards.
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