Leo Mezie (Leonard Chimezie) biography: age, wealth, spouse, offspring, profession & demise.
Leonard Chimezie Onyemachi, widely recognized as Leo Mezie, was a Nigerian thespian, filmmaker, and novelist who gained prominence due to his battle with kidney ailments.
Leo Mezie: Profile Overview
| Name | Leo Mezie |
| Real Name | Leonard Chimezie Onyemachi |
| Date of Birth | 25 January 1976 |
| Age | 46 years |
| State of Origin | Abia State |
| Spouse | Maureen Chimezie Onyemachi, |
| Parents | Mr and Mrs Chimezie Onyemachi |
| Net Worth | $200,000 |
Leo Mezie: Biography
Leo Mezie was born on 25 January 1976 and passed away on Saturday, 14 May 2022. His actual name is Leonard Chimezie Onyemachi, a Nigerian actor, producer, and author.
Leo Mezie: Childhood, Education
Leo Mezie entered the world as a member of the Chimezie Onyemachi family and originated from Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria. He belonged to the Igbo ethnic group from the southeastern region of Nigeria.
Leo Mezie: Age
He was of 46 years of age.
Leo Mezie: Profession
Leo Mezie commenced his acting career in 1996 upon joining Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry, where he began attending casting calls and playing minor roles in films. He achieved fame in 2003 after starring in the Nollywood hit movie “Labista” alongside Emma Ehummadu, Jerry Amilo, and Ernest Asuzu.
Leo Mezie has shared the screen with various leading Nollywood actors and actresses including Jerry Williams, Emma Ehummadu, Jerry Amilo, Ernest Asuzu, Delicate Jack, Zack Orji, Chidi Mokeme, among others.
Leo Mezie: Films
Leo Mezie’s filmography includes Labista, Full Wrestle, No Man’s Land, Heart of a Slave, Close Enemy, King’s Sleepless Night, Empty Throne, among others.
Leo Mezie: His Relationship with Pastors
Leo Mezie And Apostle Johnson Suleman
In 2016, Apostle Johnson Suleman, the founder and overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, funded Leo Mezie’s medical treatment in London.
Leo Mezie Defends Apostle Johnson Suleman During the Stephenie Otobo Scandal
“I have been encountering diverse narratives from various mediums regarding apostle Suleiman and Stephenie Otobo along with other commentary. Some individuals expressed disbelief as to why the apostle would assist someone he had never met. My heart aches because Apostle Suleiman had never met me prior to his assistance. I had never heard of him or encountered him until he learned of my situation, confirmed it, and got in touch with me.
This is a man I had never seen or heard of, yet he sent me 8 million to settle my medical expenses in the UK. He was also consistently checking on my well-being and even dispatched church members in the UK to visit me regularly, Pastor Ejiro and Pastor Daniella Williams to check on me. Upon my return, I visited him to express my gratitude. Thus, to question why he would send funds to someone he had not met is illogical.
Understand that Apostle Suleiman, whom I know and have met multiple times, does not travel alone; he brings a large entourage anywhere he goes in the world. Moreover, Apostle Suleiman is deeply devoted to his family, and his wife is often a subject of his discussions. Thirdly, while Apostle Suleiman is generally affable and cheerful, he would never take inappropriate photographs of himself or with anyone as Stephenie Otobo claims. Lastly, his kindness and spirit of giving will not cost him his reputation or cause him issues; not a million Stephenie Otobos can deter him as it is his duty to serve. I, Leo Mezie, am a testament to this! Ultimately, I would rather not curse Stephenie Otobo, yet I will pray for her that the good Lord may show her mercy in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Leo Mezie and Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin
Senior Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, the overseer of Christ Mercy Land and Deliverance Ministry, Warri, Delta State, donated N3 million to support Leo Mezie’s kidney transplant in 2019.
Leo Mezie: Demise
Leo Mezie was misdiagnosed with malaria, typhoid, and pneumonia for over a year, during which the treatment adversely affected his kidneys.
When he could no longer afford treatment and kidney dialysis, he had to appeal for assistance. Colleagues, fans, and Apostle Johnson Suleman rallied to his support, raising funds for his medical care and kidney transplant.
He spent several months in a London hospital before returning to Nigeria in November 2016 post-recovery.
In 2019, Leo Mezie’s kidney issues recurred. He was admitted to a hospital in Lagos.
Reports indicate that Leo Mezie passed away on Saturday, 14th May 2022, following recovery from a kidney transplant.
He had been frequently hospitalized over a period, attempting to regain his strength until he ultimately succumbed to complications over the weekend.
Leo Mezie: Spouse
Leo Mezie wed his former wife, Maureen Chimezie Onyemachi, a previous banker, in July 2010.
Leo Mezie: Wealth
Leo Mezie’s estimated net worth stands at around $200,000 US dollars.
