Yvonne Imoh-Abasi Glory Ekwere (; born March 3, 1987), popularly known as Yvonne Vixen Ekwere, is a Nigerian media personality, content producer and actress who works as the presenter of E-Weekly on Silverbird Television.[1] Since making her debut as a co-host on a late night show on Rhythm 93.7 FM, her style of presenting has seen her win several awards.[2][3]
Yvonne Ekwere | |
|---|---|
| Born | Yvonne Imoh-Abasi Glory Ekwere March 3, 1987 Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Lagos State University |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Early life and education
editVixen is a native of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, but she was born as the last of 7 children in Lagos State, Southwestern Nigeria where she completed her basic and secondary school education at Airforce Primary School, Victoria Island, Lagos and Holy Child College, Lagos respectively.[1] She holds a bachelor's degree in History and International Studies which she obtained from Lagos State University.[4]
Career
editRadio/TV career
editHer career started in 2008 after she was invited by Ikponmwosa Osakioduwa to be the co-host of a radio show called Dance Party which airs on Rhythm 93.7 FM.[5] Vixen later auditioned and won the role as presenter of Silverbird Television's entertainment show E-Weekly.[6] Her career has since seen her interview notable celebrities and hosted several high-profile events including Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2012 and former President, Goodluck Jonathan's "Dinner With Showbiz Stakeholders" amongst others.[1] In October 2015, she launched her own web series show called Drive Time with Vixen. She cites Oprah Winfrey as her source of inspiration.[6] She Interview Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, Denrele Edun & More on their Journey to Success at the 2014 Amstel Malta AMVCA.[7]
Films and soaps
editShe has starred and made appearances in films and soap operas including 7 Inch Curve, Render to Caesar, Put a Ring on It, and the season 2 of Gidi Up where she starred in 3 episodes.[8]
Awards and recognitions
edit| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Future Awards | TV Personality of the Year | Nominated |
| 2010 | Nominated | ||
| FAB Awards | Nominated | ||
| 2011 | Won | ||
| Future Awards | Nominated | ||
| ELOY Awards 2011 | Won | ||
| The Nigerian Events Awards | Best Event Coverage | Won | |
| 2012 | City People Fashion Awards 2012 | Most Stylish TV Presenter of the Year | Won |
| 2013 | 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards | TV Personality of the Year | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ a b c Kayode Badmus (3 March 2016). "Popular broadcaster, Yvonne Vixen Ekwere clocks 29 years". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ Esho Wemimo (17 October 2014). "Yvonne Vixen Ekwere: My Ex Used Me To Get Famous". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ Maryjane Ezeh (3 March 2016). "Yvonne Vixen Ekwere Overdosed On Self-Love As She Celebrates Birthday (Photos)". nigeriafilms.com. The Nigerian Voice. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ "Yvonne Vixen Ekwere Biography". www.mybiohub.com. 3 March 2016. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ Christian Agadibe (14 August 2016). "Fans stalk me for love –Yvonne Ekwere, radio presenter". The Sun Newspaper. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ a b Adeola Adeyemo (24 March 2012). "BN Saturday Celebrity Interview: She's Called "Vixen" For a Reason. Meet TV Presenter Yvonne Ekwere". BellaNaija. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (2014-03-19). "Yvonne Ekwere Interviews Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, Denrele Edun & More on their Journey to Success at the 2014 Amstel Malta AMVCAs!". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ^ "Toolz, OC Ukeje, Zainab Balogun, Ikechukwu, Adesua Etomi at "Gidi Up" Season 2 Premiere". BellaNaija. 22 June 2014. Retrieved 25 September 2016.