Jacqueline Wolper
Jacqueline Wolper Massawe (born 06 December 1988), is a Tanzanian actress, businesswoman and fashion stylist. Wolper began her film career in 2007 and being featured in more than 30 films since her debut in the industry. [1]
Jacqueline Wolper | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jacqueline Wolper Massawe 06 December 1988 (age 34)[1] Moshi, Tanzania |
| Other names | Wolper Stylish |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, movie producer, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse | Rich Mitindo |
| Children | 1 |
| Website | instagram |
Early life and education
Wolper was born and raised in Moshi, Tanzania.[2] She attended Mawenzi Primary School before moving to Magrath, Ekenywa and Masai for her secondary school.[3] she Later took Language Course in ICC Arusha and other Business Studies.[4]
Career
Wolper entered the Tanzanian film industry in 2007 whereby the veteran actress Lucy Komba discovered and convinced her to join movie industry. Wolper was working at her salon where by Lucy was one of her regular clients. She first appeared in the movie produced by Lucy Komba “ Ama Zako Ama Zangu “ where she played as a secretary.[5] She later appeared in “Oprah” in one scene where by Steven Kanumba and his boss Mtitu Game liked her and cast her in “Family Tears” and “Red Valentine”. Her subsequently movies includes Kipenzi Changu, Family Tears, Red Valentine, Surprise, Chaguo Langu, Candy, Taxi Driver and many more.[1]
Personal life
Wolper began dating the popular musician Harmonize in May 2016. However, the pair broke up in February 2017.[6] She also had a relationship with his musical partner, Diamond Platnumz.[7] Despite having an interest in Kenyan culture, Wolper stated she did not want to have a relationship with a Kenyan man.[8]
In 2018, she announced that she had become a born-again Christian.[9] Wolper is known for her controversial statements to the Tanzanian media, and she has expressed fear of being bewitched because of them.[2]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ama Zako Ama Zangu | Secretary | |
| Kipenzi Changu | Lilian | ||
| 2008 | Oprah | ||
| Family Tears | Dr.Miranda | ||
| Roho Sita Revelation | |||
| 2009 | Red Valentine | Victoria | |
| Midnight | |||
| Unfortunate Love | |||
| Ndani Ya Gunia | |||
| Jozani | |||
| Last Minutes | |||
| Secretary | Sodana | ||
| 2010 | Mtumwa wa Mapenzi | ||
| Avenger | |||
| Pete ya Ajabu | |||
| Life 2 Life | Tunu | ||
| Fake Love | |||
| Surprise | |||
| 2011 | Candy | Candy | |
| Mtegoni | |||
| Wrong Decision | Fiona | ||
| Eagle Eyes | |||
| All About Love | |||
| Mafisadi wa Mapenzi | |||
| Signature | Amanda | ||
| Shoga Yangu | |||
| Aching Heart | |||
| Determination | Laurine | ||
| Dunia Nyingine | |||
| The Impact | |||
| Mens Day Out | |||
| 2012 | Dereva Taxi | Sharon | |
| Clinic Love | |||
| Gaitan | |||
| Swadakta | Angel | ||
| God is Great | |||
| Moyo Wangu | |||
| Chaguo Langu | Elizabeth | ||
| Time After Time | Anna | ||
| My Intention | |||
| Diplomat | |||
| End of Evil | Sarah | ||
| Chocolate | |||
| Mtekaji | Queen | ||
| Ndoa Yangu | Sharon | ||
| Lupepo Village | |||
| Hukumu Ya Mande | |||
| Total Love | |||
| Pusi na Paku | |||
| 2013 | Mr Nobody | ||
| Ulimi | |||
| Curse of Marriage | |||
| I'm Not Your Brother | |||
| Babylon | |||
| Identity Card | |||
| Before Marriage | |||
| Think Before | |||
| Pain For Pain | |||
| Mahaba Niue | |||
| Tikisa | |||
| My Princess | |||
| Impossible | |||
| After Death | |||
| Mbegu | |||
| Crazy Desire | Prisca | ||
| 2014 | Nikole | ||
| Robson Rambo | |||
| Hard Price | Patricia | ||
| Tom Boy | |||
| V.I.P | Sharon (President Daughter) | ||
| 2015 | Wake Up | ||
| 2017 | Burundian in Dar | Kelly | |
| 2019 | Shabiusi | Sakina | |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2020 | Kapuni | Prisca | Aired in Magic Magic Bongo (Dstv Channel) |
| 2021–present | Pazia | Miriam | |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Tanzania Smile Face Awards | Sexiest Actress | Herself | Won[10] |
| 2012 | Ijumaa Magazine Awards | Ijumaa Sexiest Girl | Herself | Won[11] |
| 2014 | Tanzania Peoples Choice Awards (Tuzo Za Watu) | Favorite Actress | Ndoa Yangu | Nominated[12] |
| 2015 | Herself | Nominated[13] | ||
References
- "Jacqueline Wolper | Actor, Producer, — Bongo Movies - Buy Tanzania Movies and DVD's Online".
- Muli, Davis (2019). "If marriage was about looks, I would be married – Wolper". The Standard. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- "Jacqueline Wolper biography". The Circle Media Plus TV. 31 July 2018. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- she Later took Language Course in ICC Arusha and other Business Studies, She is also worked in Beauty modeling and Hair Styles.
- "Nduguzangu: MJUE JACQUELINE WOLPER, TOKA SALUNI HADI UIGIZAJI NA NINYOTA YA TZ". 10 October 2011.
- Okoth, Brian (23 February 2017). "Jacqueline Wolper: Why I dumped Diamond Platnumz crony". E-Daily. Archived from the original on 19 October 2020. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- "15 East African celebrities Diamond Platnumz has dated (Photos)". Pulse Live. 4 November 2019. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- Muchene, Esther (2018). "I can't date a Kenyan man: Harmonize's ex-girlfriend Wolper". The Standard. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- Gesare, Tracy (2018). "Harmonize's ex-girlfriend Jacqueline Wolper now born again". The Standard. Retrieved 15 October 2020.
- "Zamaradi: Mambo Ya Smiling Faces Awards". 3 May 2010.
- "Ijumaa Sexiest Girl 2012 : Wolper Awafunika Wema, Agnes".
- "Orodha ya nominees walioingia nne bora ya tuzo za watu yatangazwa". 5 June 2014.
- "Majina yatakayowania Tuzo za Watu 2015 yatangazwa". 24 April 2015.