PROFILE: What you should know about Yvonne Nelson
Yvonne Nelson is a Ghanaian actress, model, film producer, and entrepreneur. She was born on November 12, 1985, in Accra, Ghana. Nelson gained popularity in the entertainment industry through her roles in both Ghanaian and Nigerian films.
The movie star has been trending over her new book — ‘I Am Not Yvonne Nelson’. In the book, she revealed how she had abortion for Sakordie, the musician.
The film star also alleged Iyanya, her ex-lover, cheated on her with Tonto Dikeh, the Nigerian actress.
Here’s what you should know about Yvonne Nelson:
Early Life and Education:
Yvonne Nelson was born and raised in Accra, Ghana. She attended St. Martin De Porres School in Accra and later studied Human Resource Management at the Central University College, also in Accra.
Career:
Yvonne Nelson started her career as a model before transitioning to acting. She made her acting debut in the Ghanaian movie “Princess Tyra” in 2007, where she played the lead role. The film gained significant attention and helped launch her acting career.
Since then, Yvonne Nelson has appeared in numerous Ghanaian and Nigerian movies, earning critical acclaim for her performances. Some of her notable films include “House of Gold” (2013), “Single and Married” (2012), “If Tomorrow Never Comes” (2016), and “Fix Us” (2020). She has worked with several renowned actors and directors in the African film industry.
Aside from acting, Yvonne Nelson has also ventured into film production. She founded YN Productions, her own production company, and has produced several successful movies, including “Single and Married” (2012) and “House of Gold” (2013).
In addition to her acting and production career, Yvonne Nelson is involved in various entrepreneurial ventures. She owns a fashion boutique called “YN’s Closet” and has launched a beauty line named “YN by Yvonne Nelson.”
Yvonne Nelson is known for her advocacy work and is vocal about social issues affecting Ghana and Africa as a whole. She has used her platform to raise awareness on topics such as education, healthcare, and women’s rights.
Personal Life:
Yvonne Nelson has a daughter named Ryn Roberts, who was born in 2017. She has been private about the details of her personal life but has shared her experiences as a single mother and the challenges she faced.
Yvonne Nelson is regarded as one of Ghana’s most prominent actresses and has received several awards and nominations throughout her career. She continues to be active in the entertainment industry, working on new projects and using her influence to make a positive impact.