Kate Henshaw Explained

Kate Henshaw
Birth Name:Kate Henshaw
Birth Date:19 July 1971
Birth Place:Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria
Occupation:Actress
Education:University of Calabar, LUTH (Lagos University Teaching Hospital) in Lagos.
Relatives:Andre Blaze (cousin)
Spouse:Roderick James Nuttal (div. 2011)
Children:1

Kate Henshaw, also known as Kate Henshaw-Nuttall (born 19 July 1971),[1] [2] [3] is a veteran Nigerian actress. In 2008, she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the movie Stronger than Pain.[4] [5]

Early life

Kate Henshaw was born on 9 July 1971, in Cross River State, Nigeria, the oldest of four children. She attended St. Mary private school in Ajele, Lagos State for her primary education. Later, she was admitted to the Federal Government Girl College, Calabar for her secondary school education.[6] She spent one year at the University of Calabar studying remedial studies and then majored in Medical Microbiology[7] at the School of Medical Lab Science afterward, LUTH (Lagos University Teaching Hospital) in Lagos. Henshaw worked at the Bauchi State General hospital. Before becoming an actress, Henshaw worked as a model, featuring in various commercials including a print and television advert for Shield deodorant.[8]

Career

In 1993, Henshaw auditioned for the lead role in the movie When the Sun Sets and was chosen for the role. This was her first appearance in a major Nollywood movie. Henshaw has starred in over 45 Nollywood movies.[9]

In 2008, she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the film Stronger than Pain.

She was nominated for "Best Actress in a Leading Role" at the African Movie Academy Award in 2018, for her performance in the movie "Roti".[10]

Politics

On 19 July 2014, Henshaw officially unveiled her campaign website as she was aspiring to represent the Calabar Municipal/Odukpani Federal constituency under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party.[11] Henshaw lost the primary election to Rt. Hon Essien Ayi but was appointed as Special Adviser Liaison Lagos by the Cross River State Governor Ben Ayade in December 2015.[12] [13]

Endorsement

In 2012, Henshaw was made the brand ambassador for a UK perfumes line, Blessing perfumes.[14] She is a brand ambassador for "Onga" seasoning produced by Promasidor Nigeria Limited.[15] In September 2012, Henshaw along with Dan Foster was selected as a judge in the reality show Nigeria Got Talent.[16] In 2013, Henshaw along with Banky W was made the brand ambassador for Samsung Mobile Division.[17] In January 2019, Kate Henshaw was selected to be among the 50 judges that will take part in the CBS International Talent Show called The World's Best.[18] Henshaw was an ambassador for the giant telecommunication company Glo.[19]

Philanthropy

In 2016, a Twitter user posted the picture of a two-year-old boy, Michael Alvez, who was born with an ulcerous growth in the face and tagged Henshaw who subsequently developed an interest in the case. She and several others contributed the sum of 8 million Naira for the boy for his treatment. However, the money was returned as per the family's request, who rejected all help.[20]

Personal life

Henshaw married British-born Roderick James Nuttal in 1999, and they have a child together.[21] Henshaw and Nuttal divorced in 2011.[22] [23]

Honors

In 2011, Henshaw was honored by the Nigerian federal government as a Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).[24]

Awards and nominations

YearAward ceremonyCategoryFilmResultRef
2008African Movie Academy AwardsBest Actress in a Leading RoleStronger Than PainWinner
2017Best of Nollywood AwardsBest Supporting Actress –EnglishThe Women[25]
2018African Movie Academy Awards Best Actress in a Leading RoleRotiNominee

Filmography

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Kate Henshaw is 40!. Ige. Victoria. 6 July 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20110708202204/http://thenetng.com/2011/07/06/kate-henshaw-is-40/. 8 July 2011. Nigerian Entertainment Today. 22 August 2012. Lagos, Nigeria.
  2. Web site: Profile of Henshaw-Nuttall at her Website. 8 October 2009. https://web.archive.org/web/20180724202241/http://www.katehenshawnuttall.com/mainpage.html. 24 July 2018. dead.
  3. News: 2012: A Dramatic Year For Nigerian Artistes. 28 December 2012. PM News. Live. P.M. News. 24 January 2013. Lagos, Nigeria.
  4. Web site: AMAA 2008: List of Nominees and Winners. 16 January 2010.
  5. Web site: Kate Henshaw Wins Best Actress in a Supporting Role at South Africa Rapid Lion Award. Rukevwe. Ochuko. 6 April 2021. The Guardian. 17 March 2020.
  6. Web site: Celebs. African. 19 July 2019. Nollywood Superstar Kate Henshaw is a year older today. 6 April 2021. Medium.
  7. Web site: 2021-07-24 . Kate Henshaw @ 50: Garlands for timeless diva . 2022-03-18 . The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News . en-US.
  8. http://www.mademags.com/kate-henshaw-and-basorge-tariah-in-the-best-sitcom-of-the-year-dogood/ Kate Henshaw and Basorge Tariah in the Best Sitcom of the Year
  9. Web site: Filmography at IMDB. 8 October 2009.
  10. Web site: 4 August 2018. Full list: Kate Henshaw, Dakore Akande, others nominated for 2018 AMAA. 9 April 2021. The Punch.
  11. Web site: 20 July 2014. Kate Henshaw goes into politics. 9 April 2021. The Nation.
  12. Web site: 4 April 2020. Entertainers in politics. 9 April 2021. The Punch.
  13. Web site: 18 December 2014. Rough season for female political aspirants in C/River. 9 April 2021. Vanguard News.
  14. Web site: Inyang. Ifreke. 28 November 2012. Kate Henshaw signs mega deal to become face of Blessing Perfumes. 6 April 2021. Daily Post.
  15. Web site: 3 September 2013. Onga revives consumers' taste with new campaign. 6 April 2021. Business Day.
  16. Web site: Olufunmi. Dapo. 13 September 2012. Nigeria Got Talent picks Kate Henshaw, Dan Foster as judges. 7 April 2021. Daily Post.
  17. Web site: Live. PM NEWS. 31 January 2013. Kate Henshaw, Banky W unveiled as Samsung envoys. 7 April 2021. P.M. News.
  18. Web site: 26 January 2019. Kate Henshaw Named As Judge For CBS International Talent Show. 7 April 2021. The Guardian.
  19. Web site: Live. PM NEWS. 26 January 2013. Kate Henshaw now Samsung ambassador. 9 April 2021. P.M. News.
  20. Web site: Kate Henshaw, friends return N8m raised for sick boy to donors. 10 February 2021. The Punch. 4 May 2017.
  21. Web site: 19 July 2019. Kate Henshaw Biography Profile FabWoman. 9 April 2021. FabWoman News, Style, Living Content for the Nigerian Woman.
  22. Web site: Olukomaiya. Olufunmilola. 10 December 2019. Meet 10 Divorced Nigerian Celebrities Yet To Re-marry. 9 April 2021. P.M. News.
  23. Web site: 29 December 2020. 10 Nigerian celebrities who are single parents The Nation Nigeria. 9 April 2021. Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics.
  24. News: Interesting facts about Kate Henshaw wey turn 50. BBC News Pidgin. 2021-08-15.
  25. Web site: 2017-11-23. BON Awards 2017: Kannywood’s Ali Nuhu receives Special Recognition Award. 2021-10-07. Daily Trust. en-NG.
  26. Web site: 'Aremu the Principal': Watch Kate Henshaw, Queen Nwokoye, Oyetoro Hafiz in trailer for new movie. Pulse Nigeria. 20 May 2015. Chidumga Izuzu. 20 May 2015.
  27. Web site: Chief Daddy Netflix. netflix.com. 13 November 2019.
  28. Web site: The Ghost and the House of Truth. 28 September 2019. THISDAYLIVE. 13 November 2019.
  29. Web site: Kate Henshaw-Nuttal Actress . 2024-06-17 . IMDb . en-US.
  30. Web site: Kate Henshaw-Nuttal Actress . 2024-06-17 . IMDb . en-US.

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