Chinaza Ruby Akubueze, born on October 15, 1998, is an award-winning Nigerian actress, voice-over artist, singer, and model. With a repertoire of over 15 movies, she is notably recognized for her portrayal of "Frances" in the MTV Shuga Naija series.

Ruby Akubueze

Early Life And Education

Born and raised in Umuahia, Abia State, Ruby Akubueze grew up in a family of six. She completed her secondary education at Saint Joseph College and holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.

Career

Ruby's dream of becoming an actress began in her early childhood. She honed her skills in school drama clubs, church, and a theatre house. Her journey included attending a talent boot camp and participating in auditions for screen productions in her early teens.

Debuting in the 2013 web series "Look Beyond," produced by Faith Moyosore, Ruby later appeared in "Brother LIEnus" alongside comedian AY Makun. From 2018 to 2019, she portrayed Frances in the popular MTV Shuga Naija series, earning acclaim worldwide. In 2023, she featured in Kunle Afolayan's upcoming movie, "Ijogbon."

Filmography

Notable movies in Ruby Akubueze's career include "Look Beyond" (2013), "Brother LIEnus" (2013), "What Happened on Third Street" (2015), "Trampled" (2016), "The Trip" (2016), "Kasanova" (2019), "Her: The Movie" (2019), "MTV Shuga Naija" (2018-2019), "Purple Story" (2022), and "Love and Gossip" (2023).

Personal Life

As of August 2023, Ruby is unmarried and hasn't disclosed any information about being in a relationship.

Awards And Nominations

In 2018, Ruby Akubueze received the African Fashion Fest Model Award for "Best Actress" and was nominated for The Future Awards Africa Prize for Acting in 2020.

Net Worth

As of November 2023, Ruby Akubueze's net worth is estimated at $50,000.

Social Media

Active on social media, Ruby maintains her public presence on Instagram (@rubyakubueze) and Twitter (@rubyakubueze_).