Nancy Isime rose from tragedy to Nollywood fame

Losing a mother at five and surviving a suicide attempt didn't stop one Edo State native from becoming a Nollywood household name.

Nancy Isime's rough start in life

• Isime was born in 1991 in Edo State.
• Her mother's death at age five wrecked the family finances.
• Teenage years meant ushering gigs and sleeping on chairs.
• Depression and a suicide attempt marked that painful chapter.

From the University of Lagos to the spotlight

• Isime studied Social Work, which gave her real direction.
• Modeling and TV hosting kicked off her entertainment career.
• Acting became the actual breakthrough that changed everything.
• The Nancy Isime Show cemented her as a major name.