Christiana Nkemdilim Adelana, popularly known as Tana Adelana, is a renowned Nigerian actress, producer, model, TV presenter, and entrepreneur. She has made significant strides in the Nigerian entertainment industry and has become a household name due to her captivating performances and charming personality.
Early Life.
Tana was born on December 24, 1984, in Surulere, Lagos State, Nigeria. She hails from a traditional Catholic royal family and is the last of ten children. Her family name is Egbo, indicating her Igbo descent.
Education.
Tana’s educational journey began at Treasure Land Nursery and Primary School in Surulere. She then attended St. Francis Catholic Secondary School in Idimu, Lagos for her secondary education. Tana furthered her studies at the University of Lagos, where she obtained a B.Sc. in Urban and Regional Planning. She also holds a diploma certificate in makeup and style from the Makeup Art School London (South African campus) and a special executive master’s certificate in Leadership and Management from the Metropolitan School of Business and Management, United Kingdom.
Career.
Tana’s career took off when she auditioned for the MTN Y’Hello TV Show in 2002. This opportunity brought her into the limelight as an On-Air Personality (OAP). She later became the first Nigerian on Channel O as a TV presenter. Tana made her acting debut in the TV series ‘Disclosure’ and has since featured in numerous Nollywood movies. In July 2013, she started her production firm, Tana Adelana Productions.
Awards.
Tana’s exceptional talent has earned her several awards. She won the Best Supporting Actress Category of CITY People’s Movie Awards in 2017. In 2011, she was recognized as the On-Air Personality of the Year (TV) at The Future Awards Africa. She also won the Best Actress in a Lead Role English at the Best of Nollywood Awards in 2018.
Age.
By December 24, 2024, Tana Adelana will be 40 years old.
Relationship Status.
Tana is happily married to Femi Adelana. The couple tied the knot on September 11, 2007, and have been blessed with two children.
Parents.
Tana was born into a traditional Catholic royal family. Her father is no longer alive.
Cars.
There isn’t much public information available about Tana Adelana’s car collection.
Houses.
Details about Tana Adelana’s residences are not publicly available.
Aspirations.
While specific details about Tana’s aspirations are not publicly available, it is clear that she is dedicated to her craft and continually strives for excellence in her career.
Usual Words
Tana often expresses gratitude for her achievements and shares words of encouragement with her fans on social media.
Net Worth.
The exact net worth of Tana Adelana is not publicly disclosed. However, given her successful career in Nollywood and various entrepreneurial ventures, it can be inferred that she has amassed substantial wealth.
FAQs on Tana Adelana.
Tana made her acting debut in the TV series ‘Disclosure. Her first feature-length movie was ‘Two Brides and a Baby’ in 2011.
Some of Tana’s notable awards include:
- The Best Supporting Actress Category of CITY People’s Movie Awards in 2017.
- On-Air Personality of the Year (TV) at The Future Awards Africa in 2011.
Tana Adelana is married to Femi Adelana.
Tana Adelana hails from Nara Unateze in Nkanu East LGA of Enugu State but was born and raised in Lagos State, Nigeria.
Tana attended Treasure Land Nursery and Primary School and St. Francis Catholic Secondary School for her primary and secondary education, respectively. She then obtained a B.Sc. in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Lagos.