Nigerian social media star, model, and thriving content creator, Ufim-Onne Efut Ukam, popularly known as Celyn Ukam, has revealed that her idol in the entertainment industry is the acclaimed Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele.
Born on April 22, 2000, in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Celyn had her primary education at Adiaga Bong International Nursery and Primary School, and her secondary education at Staff Demonstration Secondary School, both in her state. She later obtained a degree in mass communication from the University of Cross River State in 2021.
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Celyn Ukam’s journey into content creation began in 2020, during the global COVID-19 lockdown. Gifted as a dancer and actor, she has combined these talents with her knack for entertainment to captivate a large audience. Her unique and engaging content has earned her a significant following on social media, with almost 600k followers on Instagram and 3.5m followers on TikTok.
“Funke Akindele. She is too good at what she does. She motivates me by her acting dexterities,” Celyn said, citing the producer of the popular family sitcom “Jenifa” as a major influence on her career.
Celyn believes that her destiny was shaped by her passion and hard work, supported by her family’s encouragement. She credits her parents for their unwavering support, which has been crucial to her success.
“Luckily for me, I have my parents and family members who support what I’m doing. Everyone stands by me and there is no time to go into depression. My parents know I love entertaining people, so they are cool with my career,” Celyn explained.
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She emphasized the importance of parents supporting their children’s passions, noting that children are more likely to succeed in what they love.
Celyn also shared her admiration for Nigerian singer Kiss Daniel, describing him as her male celebrity crush. She appreciates his low-key lifestyle and lack of scandals, which sets him apart from many of his peers in the entertainment industry.
“My male celebrity crush in the Nigerian entertainment space is Kiss Daniel, but I think he is married, so the crush is just a normal crush. I like him because he is a great guy and rarely engages in scandals. He is best known for his alluring voice, amazing lyrics, and the undeniably magnificent beats characteristic of all his songs,” she said.
Celyn Ukam’s story is one of passion, creativity, and family support. Inspired by industry giants like Funke Akindele, she continues to entertain and engage her growing fanbase. With her eyes set on greater heights, Celyn’s journey is a testament to the power of following one’s passion and the importance of a supportive environment.
