Meet Nollywood's most famous stars

The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has produced some of the most talented and internationally recognized actresses in the world. Here are the top three most famous Nollywood actresses globally:

1. Genevieve Nnaji:

Genevieve Nnaji has been hailed as the "Julia Roberts of Africa" by media mogul Oprah Winfrey and "The Angelina Jolie of Nollywood" by CNN. She has graced the pages of Forbes magazine, solidifying her status as a global entertainment powerhouse.

2. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde:

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has been profiled by Time magazine as one of the most famous celebrities in the world. A member of the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, she made history as the first African celebrity to amass 1 million fans on Facebook. Featured in Essence magazine and UK Telegraph, Jalade-Ekeinde is recognized as one of Africa's most influential women.

3. Stephanie Okereke Linus:

Stephanie Okereke Linus has received honors from Queen Elizabeth II and she is an esteemed member of the Tribeca International Film Festival. She has shared the stage with the greatest actress of all time Hollywood legend Meryl Streep, underscoring her stature as a leading lady of Nollywood.

These trailblazing actresses have not only elevated Nollywood's global profile but have also become international icons, inspiring a new generation of artists and entrepreneurs.