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Anthony Oseyemi

b. 1977

British–South African actor with Nigerian descent

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About Anthony Oseyemi

Born 1977. Anthony Oseyemi is an actor, film producer, screenwriter, television actor and film actor.

Anthony Oluwakayode Oseyemi (born 17 January 1977) is a British–South African actor of Nigerian descent. He is best known for the roles in the films and teleserials Five Fingers for Marseilles, The Congo Murders and Isidingo. Apart from acting, he is also a writer, musician and producer.

Personal life He was born on 17 January 1977 in the UK to a Nigerian family. Later he relocated to South Africa, where he received his BA degree in Performing Arts from the University of North London. He completed postgraduate studies in the UK. After the studies, he returned to South Africa and settled there.

Career He started his acting career on stage as part of Lewisham Youth Theatre. He performed at the London International Festival of Theatre, the Tricycle Theatre and the Albany with Project Phakama. He played the lead role in the play The Amen Corner by James Baldwin. He also co-produced and appeared in the play Performance with Multi media production.

From 2002 to 2003, he had a recurring role in the television series Is Harry On The Boat? He also had guest roles in series including The Bill (2003) and Holby City (2005), He also starred in the romantic comedy Hector's Search for Happiness and in the American direct-to-video action film SEAL Team 8: Behind Enemy Lines.

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Education
University of North London
Also known as
Anthony Oluwakayode Oseyemi

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Who is Anthony Oseyemi?

british–South African actor with Nigerian descent

When was Anthony Oseyemi born?

Anthony Oseyemi was born on 17 January 1977 in United Kingdom.

What is Anthony Oseyemi's occupation?

Anthony Oseyemi is an actor, film producer, screenwriter, television actor and film actor.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Anthony Oseyemi

· Wikidata: Q69916783

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