- The whole of social media extolled love and romance as Nigerians celebrated their significant other for the occasion of Valentine
- Legit.ng seized the opportunity to spotlight the movie industry practitioners who impress in the roles of lovers
- From the old generation to the new generation, most of these actors used their chiselled features and robust presence to give fans a screen climax
Valentine’s Day is upon us again and Legit.ng decided to celebrate some Nollywood actors praised for their lover boy roles in movies.
For this context lover boy will be used to describe popular male movie stars who are mostly identified by their romantic roles in films, due to their amazing screen deliveries.
As Nigerians in love observe Valentine's Day, Legit.ng has compiled a list of famous 6 actors known for executing affectionate seamlessly.
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Ramsey Nouah
Ramsey Noah, born to a Lebanese father and a Yoruba mother from Owo, Ondo State, began his acting career in the early 1990s.
Known for his numerous lead roles in romantic films, he has earned the nickname "Lover-Boy" for his charming portrayals.
Today, he is considered one of Nigeria’s most sought-after actors, having appeared in tons of films throughout his illustrious career.
Emeka Ike
Emeka Ike is a talented and popular Nigerian actor and producer who has been a prominent figure in Nollywood for many years.
He was widely known for his theatrical flair as a lover boy and was mostly paired with his colleague Genevieve Nnaji as they both gave off good screen chemistry.
Jim Iyke
Nollywood star Jim Iyke began acting in 1998 and reportedly appeared in over 150 films.
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The actor is mostly known for his charming and romantic roles with women in movies.
Tony Umez
This is another accomplished veteran actor who has appeared in over 200 films in the English and Yoruba genres.
Tony Umez is known for his profound love in movies, thus it's no surprise that he was likened to BBNaija lockdown resident Ozo over his bond with Nengi within the house.
Lateef Adedimeji
Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji is well-known in the Nigerian film industry and can be considered the glamour boy of Yoruba films.
He possesses elegance and distinguishing characteristics that enhance him to portray love and romance-related parts in movies.
Kunle Remi
Oyekunle Oluwaremi Opeyemi is a Nigerian model and actor who gained recognition after he won the Gulder Ultimate Search Season 7.
He is also known for his unique embodiment of a lover boy role in films. With his attractive physique and natural charisma, Remi delivers his lines with charm.
Fredrick Leonard
When searching for a striking actor with the perfect physical features to captivate audiences, Fredrick Leonard is the name to remember.
He has made an impression as one of the Nollywood heartthrobs with his impressive performances and charm on screen. The Anambra-born actor debuted his career into the Nigerian movie industry in 2001.
Timini Egbuson
This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Timini Egbuson, who has become a staple in the Nollywood industry as a certified lover boy.
After starting his acting career in 2010 on M-Net's soap opera Tinsel, Timini's crowning moment arguably came at the 2020 AMVCA awards as he won the Best Actor in a drama for his role in Elevator Baby.
Timini is one of the most sought-after Nollywood actors for his exceptional screen deliveries.
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Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Timini's look became a topic of interest among fans and observers on social media.
Despite the attention surrounding his appearance, he has continued to push his craft in the Nollywood industry.
His confidence and self-assurance are evident in his performance, talent, hard work, and dedication.
