Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor is a British actor best known for playing Actor in the film 12 Years a Slave.
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Best Known For:The film 12 Years a Slave
Breakthrough:Breakout role in the film Dirty Pretty Things in 2002
10 Quick Facts About Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor
- Full Name: Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: the film 12 Years a Slave
- Place of Birth: London
- Birth Year: 1977
- Popular As: Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Gender: Male
- Specialization: Actor and Director
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor Age
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor is about 49 years old as of 2026. Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor was born in 1977.
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor Height
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.
Education
He attended London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
- London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
Rise to Fame
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor rose to prominence for his role in the film 12 Years a Slave.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include 12 Years a Slave and Doctor Strange.
Film
- Film: 12 Years a Slave (Actor, 2013)
- Film: Doctor Strange (Actor, 2016)
Awards & Achievements
- BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role — BAFTA — 12 Years a Slave
Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor Family & Relationships
- Father: Arinze Ejiofor
- Mother: Obiajulu Ejiofor
- Siblings:
- Zain Asher
Personal Information
- Full Name: Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor
- Popular As: Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1977
- Place of Birth: London
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 10 in
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: Arinze Ejiofor
- Mother: Obiajulu Ejiofor
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Entertainment work (acting, music, appearances, endorsements, and related ventures)
Related Biographies
- Arinze Ejiofor (Parent)
- Obiajulu Ejiofor (Parent)
- Zain Asher (Sibling)
