Handsome Nollywood Actor Stephen Emeka Odimgbe, popularly known as Flashboy is a prominent Nigerian Nollywood actor celebrated for his dynamic performances in numerous films and television series.
Early Life and Education
Born on September 26, 1989 in Lagos state Nigeria, Stephen hails from Ihiala in Anambra State. He is the son of Jack and Judy Odimgbe and has a brother known as Softkid, an emerging artist.
He attended both his primary and secondary school in Lagos state. Then he pursued higher education at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State, where he earned a degree in Theatre Arts in 2015.
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Acting Career
Stephen’s passion for acting ignited at a young age through participation in school plays. He made his professional debut portraying Emeka in the drama film ‘Heart of a Father’. His breakthrough came with the role of Red in the 2018 comedy film ‘Big Mess’. He gained further recognition for his role as Flashboy in the TV series Professor Johnbull, which aired from 2016 to 2018.
Over the years, Stephen has featured in over 250 Nollywood productions, showcasing his versatility across various genres. Flashboy typically plays roles such as a prince, a king, a husband, romantic boyfriend, village boyfriend, and other interesting roles. Currently, he is one of the most sought-after actors in Nollywood.
Some of his movies include:
Throne of Madness
Unwise King
Dumb Wife
Most Wanted Groom
How to Love a Man
Festival of Love
Love and Culture, etc
Personal Life
As of now, Stephen Odimgbe is single and has not publicly disclosed any information regarding his romantic relationships or children. He is known for maintaining a private personal life, focusing primarily on his acting career.
Physical Attributes
Height: Approximately 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
Weight: Around 179 pounds (81 kg)
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Black
Stephen Odimgbe’s Awards
So far, he has been nominated and has also won many awards for his unique acting style as an actor. Some of these awards include;
BEffta Awards (The Black Entertainment, Film, Fashion, Television, Arts, and Sports Awards).
2017 Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Nollywood Movies Awards.
2018 Most Promising Actor at the Golden Movie Awards.
2019 Best New Actor at the City People Entertainment Awards.
2021 Best Actor in a Comedy at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).
As a guy with so much swag, Stephen lives a very luxurious lifestyle that befits his Nollywood celebrity status. Flashboy drew a very big upper arm tattoo, featuring the face of Jesus Christ. You can clearly see this tattoo when you first meet him in a sleeveless shirt. For him, this tattoo shows that he’s a child of God.
