Oluchi Onweagba Biography: Age, Net Worth, Sons, Husband, Marriage, Instagram, Wikipedia

Biography

Oluchi Onweagba Orlandi is a beautiful Nigerian model based in New York City, USA.

Oluchi Onweagba
Oluchi Onweagba: History, Photo
Wiki Data
Birth Name:	Oluchi Onweagba Orlandi
Spouse:	Luca Orlandi
Born:	1 August 1980 (age 43 years old)
Birth Place:	Lagos State
State Of Origin:	South East
Nationality:	Nigerian
Occupation:	Model
Net Worth:	$2 Million Dollars

Early Life

The stunning model was born on the 1st of August, 1980 to Mr. and Mrs. Onweagba.

Her father was a civil servant while her mother worked as a nurse.

She has four siblings – two brothers and two sisters.

Career

Oluchi‘s career commenced in 1997 when she was 17 years old. Her friend encouraged her to enter the M-Net Face Of Africa preliminary screening. The event was held at the M-Net office, in Victoria Island, Lagos.

The agency was responsible for grooming her as one of Nigeria’s entrants for Face Of Africa Competitors, in 1998. This was the inaugural edition.

Luckily for her, she emerged as the winner of the competition.

Soon after, she moved to New York and began appearing in editorials of magazines such as Vogue, Maire Claire, Allure, Nylon, Elle, Surface, and many others.

She has walked the runway for fashion brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Chanel, Gucci, Givenchy, Fendi, Christian Dior, Giorgio Armani, Nina Ricci.

She has also featured in ad campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola, Victoria’s Secret, L’Oreal, Banana Republic, Express, Gap.

Steven Meisel, David LaChapelle, Nick Knight are examples of some of the notable photographers she has worked with.

She launched a modeling agency in South Africa called, OModel Africa in 2008. They currently have offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

She is currently the host and head judge of the show, Africa’s Next Top Model.

Personal Life

Oluchi married an Italian Fashion designer, Luca Orlandi in 2008.
Their marriage is blessed with two sons.

The 43-year-old is a volunteer with some NGOs in Nigeria such as LEAP Africa. Her goal is to inspire young adults, especially girls to pursue their dreams.

Net Worth

Oluchi Onweagba currently has an estimated net worth of two million dollars.

Social Media

• Facebook: Oluchi Orlandi Official
• Twitter: @OLUCHI
• Phone Number: Private