She took the Nollywood industry by storm not only with her ravishing beauty but also by her captivating performance, leaving industry watchers to wonder where she had been all this while or where she was coming from!
This diva and new queen of the screen is Bayelsa-born Dakore Egbuson. Born on October 14, 1978, Dakore is a renowned actress and model. She attended the University of Lagos, where she studied Mass Communication.
Based on available information, Dakore Egbuson blossomed into limelight in the early 2000s. Her debut film is "Peace of Flesh" but it was "Silent Tears" that gave the diva her breakthrough in 2004. The film, which exhibited her exceptional acting skills, shot her to fame and established her as a leading light in Nollywood.
Some of her other notable films include "The setup", "Chief Daddy", "New Money", "Coming from Insanity", "Journey to Self", "Lunch Time Heroes" and Caught in the Middle".
Other movies which equally contributed to her rise to the Pinnacle of her career include "Emotional Crack" (2003)," "Dangerous Sisters" (2004), "Real Love" (2005), "Isoken" and "Fifty". The thespian has well over 100 movies under her belt!
Available information shows that Dakore's performances in these films earned her numerous awards and nominations, in a career that spans over 20 years. In the course of her illustrious career, Dakore bestrode the Nollywood landscape like an Amazon, forcefully announcing her presence and telling everyone who cares to listen that there is a new kid on the block!
Dakore got married to her heartthrob, Olumide Akande in 2011 and the marriage is blessed with two wonderful children, Ayodele and Dasola. Olumide, a graduate of University of Lagos, who is from a prominent Lagos family, is a businessman and entrepreneur.
The couple shares a strong bond, and it is evident Olumide has been instrumental in helping Dakore balance work and family life. As a devoted husband and father, Olumide keeps a relatively low profile but supports Dakore's acting career and philanthropic endeavours.
Apart from acting, Dakore is involved in a couple of other activities. For instance, she is a brand ambassador for Amnesty International, Amstel Malta, Oxfam of America and other brands. She is also a United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) supporter.
In the course of her flourishing career, she garnered several awards including the AMMA Best Actress for "Isoken" in 2017, AMMA Best Actress of 2018 and the International Honorary Award at the Paris International Film Festival in 2021. Others are the Best of Nollywood Awards (BON) and the City People Entertainment Awards.
Expectedly, a career as illustrious as Dakoru's must have an impact on the industry. Her success story has inspired so many young actors and actresses. Her dedication, passion and professionalism clearly stands her out as a role model. She is also an advocate for women's rights, mental health awareness, and social justice through her films and public engagements.
Dakore, who now spends quality time with her family, enjoys reading, travel and watching classic films. She is also involved in philanthropic activities.
This piece is dedicated to the passion and professionalism of the delectable and versatile Dakore Egbuson-Akande as she celebrates her 46th birthday today, October 14, 2024
