Laura Ikeji-Kanu[2] (born March 15, 1988)[3] is a Nigerian beauty entrepreneur and one of Nigeria's top influencers. She is the founder of the cosmetic line LauraBeauty. She starred on the Showmax reality television series The Real Housewives of Lagos.
Laura Ikeji-Kanu | |
|---|---|
| Born | Laura Ikeji[1] March 15, 1988 |
| Alma mater | Unilag |
| Occupation(s) | Blogger, writer, social media expert, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Organization | LauraBeauty store |
| Known for | LauraBeauty |
| Notable work | How to make money on Instagram |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 3 |
| Website | Laurabeautyshop.com |
Magazine covers and features
editOn 28 February 2018, she was covered by The Guardian Life Magazine[4] a subsidiary of The Guardian newspaper. Where she discussed about her book "How To Make Money On Instagram". In June 2018 she was featured on Today's Woman Magazine well known as TW Magazine[5] alongside the Nigerian actress Omoni Oboli.
In 2017 she was featured on Complete Sports[6] on a list featuring entertainment celebrities related to former or active footballers.
2017–present
editEndorsement deal
editIn May 2017, Nigerian hair brand BK Unique Hair Inc signed Ikeji as brand ambassador[7] alongside Rita Dominic. In January 2018, the online store and sponsor of Big Brother Naija season 2 and 3 Payporte signed Ikeji as brand ambassador.[8] In July 2018, Gtex homes signed Ikeji as brand ambassador alongside Mercy Aigbe Gentry.[9]
Incomplete
editOn 4 July 2018, Ikeji launched her perfume fragrance Incomplete,[10] which was sold out before the release date after she announced the pre-order sales.[11]
Personal life
editIkeji is married to Christopher Kanu. The couple had their court wedding on 19 January 2017, in Lagos State, Nigeria.[12] Their traditional marriage[13] was held in her hometown in Nkwerre LGA, Imo state on 28 January 2017. In July 2017, the couple welcomed their first child together, Ryan Kanu,[14] in Texas, United States of America.
On 15 March 2018, she celebrated her birthday with a brand new Mercedes-Benz.[15]
Career and Interests
editIn addition to her successful career in fashion and social media, Laura Ikeji has expressed a passion for interior design. In 2024, she visited Mayluv World, a luxury home decor showroom in Lagos, where she highlighted her love for elegant and functional home furnishings. The visit was documented on her social media platforms, showcasing her enthusiasm for the quality and craftsmanship of the products available there.[16]
Honours
editThe ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians Association (ECOFEPA)[17] on Monday, May 21, 2018, in Abuja, honour Nigeria's vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, business magnate, Alhaji Aliko Dangote alongside Davido, Don Jazzy, Ikeji and others.
Filmography
editFilm and television
edit| Film | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2015 | Undercover Lover | Barbara | Main role |
| 2019 | Sugar Rush | Laura Ikeji | Guest Role |
| Television | |||
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2022 | The Real Housewives of Lagos | Laura Ikeji | Main role |
References
edit- ^ "14 things know laura ikeji fashion icon". Vanguard. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Laura Ikeji-Kanu: Petite ball of fashion". New Telegraph. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "My Dream Is To Own A Big Fashion Mall – Laura Ikeji-Kanu". The Daily Independent. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Style Crush Of The Week: Laura Ikeji". The Guardian Life Magazine. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "A Grass to Grace Story! Omoni Oboli covers TW Magazine's June Issue - BellaNaija". BellaNaija. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "5 Nigerian Entertainment Celebrities Related To Former Or Active Footballers - Complete Sports Nigeria". Complete Sports. 15 July 2017. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Laura Ikeji now brand ambassador - The Sun News". The Sun. 26 May 2017. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Laura Ikeji Is Latest Payporte Ambassador - PM NEWS Nigeria". P.M. News. 20 January 2018. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Laura Ikeji, Mercy Aigbe Bag New Deals - PM NEWS Nigeria". P.M. News. 3 June 2018. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "A Day With Laura Ikeji Kanu - PM NEWS Nigeria". P.M. News. 7 June 2018. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Laura Ikeji's new cologne Incomplete sold out before launch date". Nigerian Tribune. 2 June 2018. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ Weddings, BellaNaija (2017-01-19). "Laura Ikeji and Ogbonna Nwankwo are Married!". BellaNaija.
- ^ "Ogbonna Kanu, Laura Ikeji Traditional Marriage Date Fixed - Complete Sports Nigeria". Complete Sports. 10 January 2017. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "Linda Ikeji Celebrates with Her Sister, Laura as She Gives Birth to a Son (Photos) - INFORMATION NIGERIA". INFORMATION NIGERIA. 20 July 2017. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ "New Whip Alert! Laura Ikeji Kanu Gifts herself a Mercedes Benz - BellaNaija". BellaNaija. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
- ^ The Day Laura Ikeji Visited Mayluv World Interior Showroom
- ^ "ECOWAS Female MPs set to honour Osinbajo, IBB, Dangote, others". Ghananewsonline. 21 May 2018. Retrieved 6 July 2018.
External links
edit- Laura Ikeji at IMDb