Lilian Esoro Okafor, is a Nigerian actress, event planner, and hairstylist. She was born on March 9, 1985, in Lagos, Nigeria. She's a native of Imo State. She was formerly married to Ubi Franklin.

Lilian Esoro

Early Life and Education

Lilian Esoro is the youngest of seven siblings. She completed her primary and secondary education in Lagos, where she developed a passion for acting through participation in various drama and stage plays. She later graduated from the University of Abuja with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science.

Career

Esoro launched her professional acting career in 2006 with the movie 'Extended Family'. She gained prominence for her role as Nurse Abigail in the popular family sitcom 'Clinic Matters'. Her credits also include the stage play 'Ayetu', the film 'I Voted Now', and the 2013 thriller 'Secret Room'. Besides acting, Lilian is the CEO of Goldie Locks hair salon in Abuja and serves as a brand ambassador for Dunes and House of Lunnete.

Personal Life

Lilian Esoro married Ubi Franklin, CEO of TripleMG, on November 1st, 2015. The marriage produced a son named Jayden but ended after a short period amidst reports of infidelity and physical abuse.

Awards

Esoro has received numerous nominations, including Best Actress in a Comedy at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (2013), Best Rising Star (Female) at the 2014 Nollywood Movie Awards, Most Promising Actress of the Year (English) at the 2015 City People Movie Awards, and Actress of the Year at the 2014 and 2016 Late Ambassador Segun Olusola Awards. She also won the 2017 Nigerian Entertainment Award for Best Lead Role in TV.

Net Worth

Lilian Esoro's estimated net worth is approximately $450,000.

Social Media 

Instagram: @lilianesoroo