Regina Askia-Williams Biography: Nationality, Ethnicity, Wikipedia, Age, Net Worth, Movies, Instagram, Spouse, Children, Parents

Imaobong Regina Askia, popularly known as Regina Askia-Williams, is a Nigerian-born, American-based actress, model, and family nurse practitioner (FNP).

She was crowned Miss Unilag in 1988 and went on to represent Nigeria in international beauty pageants, including Miss Charm International and Miss International.

Regina gained widespread recognition in the early 1990s for her role as Tokunbo Johnson in the Nigerian soap opera Fortunes (later Mega Fortunes).

Profile

• Full Name: Imaobong Regina Askia
• Stage Name: Regina Askia-Williams
• Born: 16, December 1967
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Lagos, Nigeria
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Occupation: Actress and model
• Height: 1.73m
• Parent: Elder Usoro and Mrs. Usoro
• Siblings: unknown
• Spouse: Rudolph “Rudy” Williams
• Children: Teesa Olympia Williams and Rudolph Williams
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life And Education

Imaobong Regina Askia was born on December 16, 1967, in Lagos, Nigeria, to Elder Usoro and Mrs. Usoro. She has siblings, though details about them are not widely available. Regina attended the University of Lagos, where she earned a degree in Biology.

She later continued her education at Wagner College in the United States, where she became a certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Regina is of Igbo descent, and while her religious affiliation is not publicly disclosed, it is not widely known.

Career

Regina Askia-Williams began her career in the entertainment industry as a beauty queen, gaining widespread recognition after being crowned Miss Unilag in 1988. That same year, she finished as the second runner-up in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria contest, later assuming the title when the winner resigned.

Regina‘s modeling career flourished, with her appearing in numerous print and television commercials for prominent brands such as Visine and Kessingsheen Hair Care.

Her international exposure grew as she represented Nigeria at pageants like Miss Charm International in 1990, where she finished as a runner-up, and made history as the first Nigerian contestant at the Miss International pageant in Japan.

Her acting career took off in 1993 when she landed the role of Tokunbo Johnson in the Nigerian soap opera Fortunes, later rebranded as Mega Fortunes. This role earned her widespread critical acclaim and solidified her position as one of the leading actresses in Nollywood.

Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Regina starred in numerous hit films that resonated across Nigeria and the broader African continent. Her impressive contributions to the industry were recognized when she was awarded the “Best Actress in Nigeria” accolade by Afro Hollywood London in 2000.

Though she took a brief hiatus from acting, Regina made a memorable return with a cameo appearance in the film Web. Beyond her entertainment career, Regina Askia-Williams ventured into healthcare after relocating to the United States, becoming a certified Family Nurse Practitioner.

She has since remained committed to community service, particularly advocating for health issues affecting African communities. Regina also founded the Regina Askia-Williams Foundation, which focuses on promoting skills acquisition and creating employment opportunities for young people.

Her dual careers in acting and healthcare reflect her dedication to improving the lives of others, whether through the arts or public health advocacy.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @reginaaskia
• Facebook handle: Regina Askia Williams
• Twitter handle: @Imabong

Personal Life

Regina Askia-Williams is married to Rudolph “Rudy” Williams, an American, and they have been together for over 18 years.

The couple has two children: a daughter, Teesa Olympia, and a son, Rudolph. Regina has often shared glimpses of her family life, highlighting the significance of her children and her role as a mother.

Filmography

• Slave Warrior (2012)
• How We Lived – Slave Warrior (2012)
• Slave Warrior: The Beginning (video) (2007)
• Veno (video) (2004)
• Dangerous Babe (2003)
• Man Snatcher (video) (2003)
• Festival of Fire (2002)
• Vuga (video) (2000)
• Vuga 2 (video) (2000)
• The President’s Daughter (2000)
• Highway to the Grave (2000)
• Curse from Beyond (2000)
• Dirty Game (video) (1998)
• Full Moon (1998)
• Suicide Mission (1998)
• Most Wanted (1998)
• Rituals (1997)

Net Worth

Regina Askia-Williams‘ estimated net worth is $500,000. This value is a result of her successful career as an actress, model, and family nurse practitioner, as well as her active participation in various advocacy and healthcare initiatives.