Anita Chukwumfumnaya Obidi, professionally known as Korra
Obidi, was born on June 23, 1991, in Oshimili North Local Government Area of
Delta State, Nigeria. She spent her childhood years in a strongly religious
Christian family that belonged to Deeper Christian Life Ministry together with
her sisters and her brother. Korra attended the Command Secondary School in Ojo
for her secondary education and graduated from the University of Lagos with a
Bachelor of Science in Business Education.
Career
Korra's artistic journey is multifaceted, encompassing
dance, music, acting, and modeling.
- Dance: Beginning her professional dance career in 2007,
Korra featured in a song by Nigerian rapper Sasha P. She received formal
training in belly dancing and classical Odissi in Cairo and Lagos under Priti
Mastakar. Her dynamic performances led to an AFRIMMA nomination for Best Dancer
in 2017. Notably, in 2019, she auditioned for the American dance competition
"So You Think You Can Dance" while six months pregnant, becoming the
first pregnant woman to do so.
- Music: Korra released her first musical single titled
"Man Like You" to start her recording career in 2015. Through her
music career she has published two albums "Woman Power Series" (2016)
and "Sounds From The Throne Room" (2019) while working with artists
Mz Kiss and Victoria Kimani.
- Acting: Initially a child star in Nollywood, Korra
returned to the screen in 2022 with roles in films and TV series including
"What If," "Another Ordinary Day," "The
Flatmates," "Lumba Boys," and "Saro, the Musical."
- Modeling: Korra has graced runways at events like the Port
Harcourt International Fashion Week and GTBank Fashion Week. Her beauty pageant
success included winning Miss Radiography (2009) and Miss Moremi (2010) and
receiving Miss Congeniality (2014) recognition. Additionally, she appeared in
music videos for the Black Eyed Peas' "Wings" and Tekno and Orezi's
"Whine For Daddy."
Personal Life
In December 2017, Korra married American sports therapist
Dr. Justin Dean in Lagos. The couple welcomed two daughters: June in 2019 and
Athena in March 2022. However, their marriage faced challenges, leading to
their divorce announcement shortly after Athena's birth, which was finalized in
November 2022. After are divorce she acquired a condo of 2 million dollars in
LA, along with an apartment on the Island in Nigeria, which she put for rentals
on Airbnb whenever she is not in Nigeria.
American Citizenship
In April 2025, Korra Obidi achieved a significant milestone
by becoming an American citizen, marking a new chapter in her life and career.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Korra Obidi's net worth is estimated to be $2
million, reflecting her success across multiple entertainment domains.
Social Media Presence
Korra maintains an active presence on social media
platforms:
Instagram: @korraobidi
Twitter: @korraobidi
YouTube: Korra Obidi
Facebook: Korra Obidi
Conclusion
Korra Obidi's journey from a young girl in Delta State to an internationally recognized performer and American citizen exemplifies her dedication, versatility, and resilience. Her contributions to dance, music, acting, and modeling continue to inspire many around the world.
