Even though she has taken a short hiatus from the film industry, Tonto Dikeh continues to be that renowned actress we remembered from years past.
Tonto Dikeh ranks among the most accomplished actresses in the field and has, over the years, established a robust reputation for herself.
Besides acting, Tonto Dikeh is a vocalist and, at one point in her career, explored the music realm. She is also a humanitarian.
This article will enlighten you with more information regarding Tonto Dikeh.
Profile Overview
Complete name: Tonto Wigo Charity Dikeh
Aliases: Poko, Tontolet, Mama King, King Tonto
Date of birth: June 9th 1985 Age: 36 years (as of 2021)
Birthplace: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Nationality: Nigerian
Ethnicity: Black
Gender: Female
Zodiac sign: Gemini
Hair hue: Black
Eye hue: Black
Height: 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)
Weight: 68 Kg (150 lbs)
Offspring: 1
Parents: Sunny and Veronica Dikeh
Occupation: Actress, singer, songwriter, and humanitarian
Wealth: $1.6 million.
Tonto Dikeh’s Biography
Tonto was born into the family of Sunny and Veronica Dikeh on June 9th, 1985, in Port Harcourt. Unfortunately, she lost her mother at an early age and was brought up by her stepmother. The gifted actress turned 36 in 2021, celebrating the milestone in grand fashion.
Education
While specifics about her primary and secondary schooling are scarce, Tonto Dikeh does hold a degree in Petrochemical Engineering from the Rivers State University of Technology.
Career
She had always dreamed of becoming an actress from a young age. Nevertheless, she received her big break in 2005 by participating in the reality television show The Next Movie Star.
Tonto Dikeh triumphed in the competition, which allowed her to enroll in the Actors Guild of Nigeria. She landed her debut role in 2006 in the film Tea and Coffee.
However, the actress faced backlash after her appearance in the movie Dirty Secrets, which featured some adult content. Despite the criticisms, her following grew.
In addition to acting, Tonto Dikeh also performs music and was once signed to vocalist D’banj’s DB Record.
Marriage
Tonto Dikeh was formerly wed to a nephew of ex-Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo, OlakInle Churchill, whom she met at a nightclub in Lagos. They exchanged vows in 2015 in her hometown in River State, Nigeria.
The marriage, however, dissolved in 2017 amidst claims of domestic abuse and infidelity.
They share a son named King Andre, who was born in 2016.
At present, Tonto Dikeh is involved with a new partner named Prince Kporkporgri, whom she publicly revealed in 2021.
