Ian Wordi wins Supreme African Actor Of the Year at SDTA Awards for 'Venge'

Ghana’s Ian Wordi won his first ever SDTA Award at the third edition of the Global and Prestigious, Supreme Dynamic Talent Academy Awards as Supreme African Actor Of the Year for his role in the Africa Magic's hit series: ‘Venge’, you may now proceed to call him an SDTA Awards winning Actor as he joins a prestigious league of Thespians who have been recognized throughout the SDTA Awards history.

Ian was announced the winner of the Supreme African Actor of the Year at the 3rd edition Ceremony of SDTA Awards, held in December at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel.

If one were sitting in the audience, a neck spasm would be impending with all the turning and trying to spot the celebrities, diplomats and other dignitaries While trying to catch all the fun on stage, from musical performances to Cultural dance to poetry etc, It was indeed a night of glittering performances, tickling humor, glasses of champagne, glitzy outfits, plenty of nerves and humble gratifications, as some very iconic names won some very prestigious awards and others were recognized in special categories too.

Ian had emerged as a favorite for the SDTA Awards Jury & Supreme Fans during the award season for his performance as Kamara Dede In the previous year's, one of the most lauded TV series, ‘Venge’, where he supremely displayed to Africa what an extraordinarily compelling actor he is, making him the third recipient of the Prestigious Laurel.

The previous winners include:

Prince David Osei - 2021 Winner

Anthony Woode - 2022 Winner

The Africa Magic‘s TV Series ‘Venge’ tells a scandalous story of secrets, lies, deceptions and betrayals. The TV Series is full of intrigues, drama, twists and turns.

Ian won against formidable competition with a very talented field of actors including;

Toosweet Annan: Fine Dine

Frederick Leonard : Obidike

Mawuli Gavor: La Maison Chic

Maurice Sam: One Mistake

James Gardener: Taste of Sin

Anthony Woode: Double Deception

Peter Ritchie: Shades of Grace

Uzee Osman: Voiceless and

Enock Darko (wata bombshell) Blue Jay.

A largely impressive, almost dizzyingly wide-ranging list of some of Africa’s finest Actors.

The Ghanaian thespian seized his moment in the spotlight, the steely force of Ian’s work in Venge clinched the prize for Supreme African Actor 2023. It could be said that combined with Ian's artistic and commercial clout in Venge TV Series and his fanbase, it simply made it seemingly unbeatable in the very competitive Unpredictable race.

ABOUT THE SUPREME AFRICAN ACTOR OF THE YEAR CATEGORY

This SDTA Awards category is awarded to an African Actor, for his Supreme performance in a leading role in the African cinema or Dramatic Series for outstanding talent and remarkable achievements, whose works have distinguished him over the last 12 months, dominated the industry, and made an impact within the African continent or globally and portrayed supremacy.

The Excited Actor took to his Instagram to make an acceptance speech in a video to express his gratitude for Winning the Top prize in the film industry’s annual category.

“Guys, I just received my award for Actor of the Year and I want to say I'm truly truly humbled by this SDTA. Sorry I missed the award show, I wasn't around at the time but yeah, 2023 was an amazing year and I'm hopeful for 2024. I'm going to take this again this year, just so you know.

I also want to thank Africa Magic for the opportunity these past few years because if not for them, I wouldn’t be taking this.

I also want to thank all those who took time out of their busy schedule to vote for me, I do not take it for granted. It means alot to me and I pray wherever it came from, God will replenish it for you in a million folds.

I believe this is one of many awards to come, so I have to find a place for all of them, especially this one which means alot to me yeah, I love you all, thank you so much and I'll see you this year." - Ian Wordi

“This is another case of a very deserving actor receiving a very deserving award. Congratulations, Mr Wordi. You earned it, we know you’re just getting started with greatness & we can’t wait to see you shine supremely brighter!” SDTA Awards Young Chairperson, Hon. Zino Lexili Ogazi

ABOUT IAN WORDI - SUPREME AFRICAN ACTOR OF THE YEAR 2023

lan Wordi is a multifaceted creative with a 7-year acting experience. A nominee for the Ghana Movie Awards 2016 amongst other awards in Ghana and Nigeria, a lot can be said about his craft.

SOME OF HIS NOTABLE FILMOGRAPHY INCLUDES;

Sala -2017

Kamal on City Crimes - Irokotv - 2019

Volcano on Amazon Prime - 2020

The mismatch - 2020

Jidenna on Hustle City - Irokotv - 2020

James on Game On - Ndani TV (YouTube) - 2021

Kamara on Africa Magic's Telenovela ‘Venge’ - 2021 /2022

Ripples on Africa Magic Showcase - 2023

The Curse (unreleased) - 2023

Extras on Accelerate TV (unreleased) - 2023

AS A MODEL, SOME OF THE BRANDS HE HAS WORKED WITH INCLUDE;

Woodin

Samsung

Adidas

GCB Bank

PROJECT

Serves as a Tourism Ambassador - Promoting Ghana through the creative industry.

HIS SKILLS INCLUDES:

1. Playing the guitar & piano

2. Basketball

3. Swimming

4. Dancing