Princess Chineke, a Nollywood actress has joined the U.S. Army. The former beauty queen who represented her state in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, MBGN, pageant has traded her crown for a soldier’s uniform, making a surprising career shift. The Nation reports that this makes her the first Nollywood actress to join the U.S.
Army. Princess once modelled for several television commercials, billboards and runways. Princess Chineke ’s decision to enlist has shocked many of her fans, who remember her for her captivating performances on screen.
Some of her works include; Battleground, Forever in Me, Last Flight to Abuja, Super Story, Papa Ajasco, Tales of Eve, Ada Mbano, To Love a Sister, Amaonyebuoneye, Give it Up, Masters at War, Give it Up, 2broken, Airline Bases, Mmeso, Royal Maid, Professor Johnbull, Ay show Skit etc. However, the actress who was also a former Miss UNIBEN has expressed her passion for serving her adopted country. “I love the prestige that comes with the American military,” Princess Chineke said.
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