Very few actors have that kind of power and international appeal John Boyega has. The actor has managed to make a name for himself in the British entertainment industry, the American entertainment industry and the Nigerian entertainment industry respectively.
John Boyega had his breakout role in Attacking the Block, which introduced him to British audiences. Nigerians became familiar with the star when he appeared in the film adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s bestseller, Half a Yellow Sun However, it was only recently that Americans fell in love with the a real star in 2015, when he played the Finn in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Few actors, worldwide, have what it takes to appeal to audiences from different continents. Importantly, it’s not just his talent and good looks that got him this far, but also his charm, professionalism, and the fact that he’s not afraid to push his limits.
Even though John Boyega is one of the biggest stars in the world right now, it’s very certain that his status will continue to grow over time. So here’s everything you need to know about the superstar actor.
Who is John Boyega? Bio, Age
John Adedayo B. Adegboyega, known by his stage name – John Boyega, was born on March 17, 1992. The young actor was born in London, England to Nigerian parents Samson Adeboyega – pastor and Abigail Boyega, who works with handicapped.
John’s first try came when he played leopard in a primary school play at Oliver Goldsmith Primary School in London. He was discovered by Teresa Early – an artistic director – while performing in a school play at the age of nine. He then joined Theater Peckham, a theater for young talent where he spent much of his time, aged nine to fourteen, improving his acting skills.
Although John Boyega’s father wanted him to follow in his footsteps and become a pastor, he was still supportive of his son’s career choice.
For his secondary education, John attended Westminster City School where he became involved in various plays. He then attended South Thames College where he obtained his National Diploma in Performing Arts.
He then studied Film and MediaWriting at the University of Greenwich, he then dropped out to focus on his acting career. Although dropping out of school is rarely the right choice, it’s safe to say that this decision has paid off the superstar very well.
Who is the girlfriend?
The British-Nigerian actor has taken great pains to keep his personal relationships out of the media. Currently, John Boyega has not publicly dated anyone. While the actor has been in a relationship lately, he’s managed to keep his profile low and keep the media from coming forward.
However, as with most celebrities, there are persistent rumors and speculation surrounding his love life, linking him to several celebrities. But for the record, John Boyega is currently single and has no girlfriend.
Height, weight and body measurements
John Boyega is currently in excellent shape, standing at 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) while his weight was 87 kg (192 pounds). Through his social media, it’s evident that the actor spends a lot of time in the gym building up his physique. However, his exact fitness program and diet plan has yet to be made public.
What is his net worth?
John Boyega currently has a modest net worth of $2 Million. Although he is a famous name in several countries, it is important to remember that his career is just beginning. As he continues to grow, his fans, and his resume, his total net worth is sure to increase in the years to come.
So far, he has amassed his current net worth of $2 million due to his previous roles and being part of one of the biggest movie franchises in cinematic history – Star Wars. Some of the actor’s previous roles include Ty in The Circle, Melvin Dismukes in Detroit, Jake Pentecost in Pacific Rim: Uprising, Bambi in Imperial Dreams, Jamal in Junkhearts, Ugwu in Half a Yellow Sun, and Moses Attacking the Block .. Not bad for the back and forth.
