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Alex Asogwa
Born
Alexandra Amuche Sandra Asogwa

(1996-02-15) 15 February 1996 (age 29)[1]
Nsukka, Enugu
Other namesAlex Unusual
Alma materNew York Film Academy
Occupations
Years active2016–present
Television
Modeling information
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Hair colorBlack
Eye colorBrown

Alexandra Amuche Sandra Asogwa // ⓘ (born 15 February 1996), also known as Alex Unusual, is a Nigerian reality television personality, model, actress, and media personality.

She gained recognition after participating in the 2018 edition of Big Brother Naija season 3 reality TV show, where she finished as third runner-up and was voted as the most fun housemate.[2] She has also appeared in Nollywood films such as Merry Men 2, Fate of Alakada and Nucleus.[3][4]

Early life and education

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Asogwa was born in Enugu State and is from Nsukka. She is the eldest of three siblings.[5][6]

She began her early education in Enugu but received her first school leaving certificate from Aunty Lizzy International School, Lagos in 2006, after her family relocated to Lagos in 2001. She completed her senior secondary education at Federal Government College, Enugu. While in school, she competed in track and field events, particularly relays, and won several prizes.[7] Asogwa studied at the New York Film Academy where she received training in directing and content creation.[8]

Career

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Asogwa appeared in a Nestlé baby food television campaign in 1996 when she was six months old.[2] In 2016, she competed in the Miss Eastern Nigeria beauty pageant in 2016 and was crowned the winner.[9] She hosted the red carpet at the Nigerian premiere of Avengers: Endgame for Marvel Studios.[10] She also co-anchored Lanre Olusola's book launch with fellow actor Deyemi Okanlawon.[11]

In 2019, Asogwa hosted the red carpet premieres of Merry Men 2 and the Buckwyld and Breathless shows. She made her acting debut in Merry Men 2, a sequel to Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons that starred Ayo Makun, Jim Iyke, Ufuoma McDermott, Rosaline Meurer and Linda Osifo.[12] She also featured in Power of 1 and Fate of Alakada.[13]

Asogwa produced and directed the short film Nucleus, in which she starred alongside Ngozi Nwosu.[4][14]

Big Brother Naija

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In 2018, Asogwa was a finalist of Big Brother Naija season 3, alongside Miracle, Cee C, Tobi and Nina.[15][16] She finished as the third runner-up.[17]

Personal life

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Asogwa resides in Lagos.[2] She has been involved in charitable activities, including awarding scholarships to orphans and raising funds for cancer awareness.[18][19]

Filmography

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Films

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Year Title Role Notes
2018 Power of 1 Herself
2019 Merry Men 2 Calypso
2020 Fate of Alakada Herself
2021 Nucleus Daughter
  • also the producer and director
  • also starring Ngozi Nwosu
  • short film

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Status
2018 Big Brother Naija 3 Contestant Reality Show

Game Show

4th Place
2023 Big Brother Naija 8 All Stars Contestant Reality Show

Game Show

10th Place

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Adebayo, Segun (19 February 2023). "What I want from God at 27 —ex BBN star, Alex Unusual".
  2. ^ a b c Muriithi, Samuel (19 April 2022). "Alex Unusual's Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Is She Married?". Legit.ng. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  3. ^ Kenechi, Stephen (29 October 2019). "BBNaija's Alex, Regina Daniels Seek Revenge In 'Merry Men 2'". TheCable. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  4. ^ a b "Alex Asogwa's Debut Short Film "Nucleus" is Coming Soon, Watch the Trailer on BN TV". Bella Naija. 2 March 2021. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  5. ^ Onye, Harry (20 April 2022). "Alex Unusual's Bio: Age, Height, Bbnaija, Net Worth, Is She Married?". Kemi Filani. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  6. ^ Idowu, Hannah (24 May 2021). "Full Biography Of BBNaija Housemate Alex Unusual And Other Facts About Her". DNB Stories. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  7. ^ Akinbo, Peter (15 July 2021). "My Super Eagles Crush – Alex Unusual". The Punch. Retrieved 7 August 2022.
  8. ^ "Alex Unusual Is Student Of New York Film Academy". The Nation (Nigeria). 7 August 2019. Retrieved 7 August 2022.
  9. ^ "Look Of The Day: Alex Unusual". Vanguard (Nigeria). 22 April 2019. Retrieved 7 August 2022.
  10. ^ Tugbobo, Babatunde (21 October 2022). "Ex-BBN housemates making waves". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  11. ^ "Deyemi Okanlawon, Alex Unusual For Lanre Olusola's Online Book Launch Party". Vanguard (Nigeria). 30 April 2022. Retrieved 7 August 2022.
  12. ^ "#AY's 'Merry Men 2' Set For Cinemas". Daily Trust. 22 June 2019. Retrieved 7 August 2022.
  13. ^ "Fate Of Alakada Characters". Character DB. 23 June 2019. Retrieved 8 August 2022.
  14. ^ ""Love Me Enough, Love Me Now" – Alex Asogwa's Short Film "Nucleus" is so Timely!". Bella Naija. 9 March 2021. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  15. ^ Anazia, Daniel (16 April 2018). "It's down to Tobi, Cee C, Nina, Alex and Miracle!". DSTV Official Website. Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  16. ^ Anazia, Daniel (21 April 2018). "Who Wins Big Brother Naija… Tobi, Miracle, Cee C, Nina or Alex?". The Guardian (Nigeria). Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  17. ^ Olowolagba, Fikayo (22 April 2018). "BBNaija 2018: Alex evicted". Daily Post (Nigeria). Retrieved 6 August 2022.
  18. ^ Nation, The (3 December 2018). "Alex awards scholarship to Orphans". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  19. ^ "BBNaija's Alex auctioned for Cancer fund". Retrieved 21 August 2025.
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