Bella Enahoro is a Nigerian-British actress, director, and media specialist, notable for her work in British television and film during the 1990s and early 2000s. She is also recognised as the daughter of Nigerian independence hero, Chief Anthony Enahoro.
Acting Career #
Enahoro’s acting career included roles in British and international productions, across film, television, and theatre:
- Television: She is perhaps best known for her recurring role as DC Cambridge in the popular British crime drama series Pie in the Sky (1994–1997). She also appeared in shows like Trial and Retribution (2000) and Murder in Mind (2001) $$4$$.
- Film: Her film credits include Mister Johnson (1990), where she acted alongside Pierce Brosnan, and Djadje – Last Night I Fell Off a Horse (1993) $$4$$.
- Theatre: She has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) $$2$$.
Her professional acting work primarily took place between the late 1980s and the early 2000s.
Post-Acting Career #
Following her acting roles, Bella Enahoro transitioned into corporate and media-focused roles in the United Kingdom, often working as a Director and Media Specialist/Consultant for various companies. She also completed screenwriting studies at UCLA and worked on a five-part drama serial in 2021.
Personal Background #
Bella Enahoro is the daughter of the revered Nigerian anti-colonial statesman and politician, Chief Anthony Enahoro (1923–2010), and his wife, Helen Enahoro. Chief Enahoro is famous for moving the motion for Nigeria’s independence in 1953.
References #
- Movie Database. “Bella Enahoro.”
- Birkbeck, University of London. “Bella Enahoro, A Place Called Us (2021).”
- TV Guide. “Bella Enahoro List of Movies and TV Shows.”
- Blu-ray.com. “Bella Enahoro.”
- Wikipedia. “Anthony Enahoro.”
