Sarah Martins is a Nigerian actress who has starred in several films and television series, such as “The Widows”, “Dangerous Mad Man”, and “Tinsel”.
She is known for her versatile and expressive performances and her dancing and singing skills.
She is also a close friend of actress Judy Austin, who is married to actor Yul Edochie.
Profile
Full Name: | Sarah Martins |
Born: | August 19, 1981 |
Age: | 43 years old |
Place of Birth: | Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria |
Nationality: | Nigerian |
Parents: | N/A |
Height: | 5 feet 6 inches |
Siblings: | N/A |
Husband: | Uche Peters |
Profession: | Actress |
Net Worth: | $1 million |
Early Life & Education
Sarah Martins was born on August 19, 1981, in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.
She is the only child of her parents, who were both teachers. She grew up in a modest, religious household and attended a Catholic school.
She developed a love for acting at a young age and participated in various school plays and drama clubs.
She also learned to dance, sing, and perform at various events and competitions.
After completing her secondary education, she moved to Lagos and enrolled at the University of Lagos, where she studied Theatre Arts. She graduated in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree.
Personal Life
Sarah Martins is married to Uche Peters, a businessman and philanthropist. They met at a friend’s wedding in 2008 and married in 2010.
They have two children, a boy and a girl, whose names are not publicly disclosed. They live in a luxurious mansion in Lekki, Lagos.
Career
Sarah Martins began her acting career in 2005 when she auditioned for a role in a low-budget movie. She impressed the director with her talent and charisma and landed the lead role.
The movie was a success and launched her into the limelight. She soon became one of the most sought-after actresses in the Nigerian film industry, known as Nollywood.
She has appeared in over 100 movies and television series, such as “The Widows”, “Dangerous Mad Man”, “Tinsel”, “The Governor”, “The Royal Hibiscus Hotel”, and “The Wedding Party”.
She is known for her versatility and ability to play various roles, from comedy to drama.
She is also a gifted dancer and singer and has released some singles and albums.
She has worked with some of Nollywood’s most prominent actors and directors, such as Genevieve Nnaji, Ramsey Nouah, Kunle Afolayan, and Kemi Adetiba.
She has also ventured into producing and directing some of her projects, such as “The Perfect Wife” and “The Secret Life of Sarah”.
Awards
Sarah Martins has won several awards and nominations for her acting and music career. Some of them are:
- Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) in 2012 for “The Widows”
- Best Actress in a Comedy at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) in 2016 for “The Wedding Party”
- Best Actress in a Drama Series at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards (NEA) in 2018 for “Tinsel”
- Best Female Artist at the City People Music Awards (CPMA) in 2019 for “The Secret Life of Sarah”
Controversy
Sarah Martins has been involved in controversy with the Edochie family, especially with May Edochie, Yul’s first wife, and Rita Edochie, a family relative.
The feud started when Sarah Martins allegedly made derogatory remarks about May Edochie’s appearance and marriage and accused her of being jealous of her friendship with Judy Austin.
Rita Edochie also joined the fray and defended May Edochie, calling Sarah Martins a home wrecker and bad influence.
The drama escalated on social media, attracting much attention and criticism from fans and colleagues.
Sarah Martins recently apologized for her remarks and asked for love and peace.
She said she did not mean to hurt anyone and respects the Edochie family. She also said she hopes to reconcile with them and work together.
Filmography
- The Widows
- Dangerous Mad Man
- Tinsel
- The Governor
- The Royal Hibiscus Hotel
- The Wedding Party
- The Perfect Wife
- The Secret Life of Sarah
- The Wedding Party 2
- The Widows 2
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @sarahmartins_official
- Twitter handle: @sarahmartins
Net Worth
According to various sources, Sarah Martins is estimated to have a net worth of $1 million.
She makes her money from her acting career, as well as from endorsements and advertisements.