 and has earned acclaim for his role in Riding with Sugar (2020), which garnered him a SAFTA award.){kind=link}
Hakeem Kae-Kazim, was born on October 1, 1962, is a skilled actor and producer of Nigerian-British heritage.
Kae-Kazim also showcased his producing talents in the film Man on Ground (2011), earning two nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
FACTS ABOUT HAKEEM KAE-KAZIM
- FULL NAME:Hakeem Kae-Kazim
- DATE OF BIRTH:October 1, 1962
- PLACE OF BIRTH:Lagos, Nigeria
- NATIONALITY:Nigerian
- SPOUSE:Bronwyn Kae-Kazim
- OCCUPATIONs:Actor, Producer
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, with family ties to Abeokuta in Ogun State, Kae-Kazim moved to South London during his childhood.
His passion for acting was sparked by participating in school plays and joining the National Youth Theatre, which nurtured his love for the stage.
He graduated from the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in 1987 and further honed his craft with the Royal Shakespeare Company, enhancing his classical acting skills.
CAREER
He gained prominence for his role as Mr. Manyeke in the BBC series Grange Hill and later appeared in Trial & Retribution on ITV.
At the age of 25, Kae-Kazim relocated to South Africa, making his feature film debut in After the Rain (1999) and earning international recognition for his portrayal of Georges Rutaganda in Hotel Rwanda (2004).
Kae-Kazim received a Gemini Award nomination for his work on projects like Human Cargo, and his appearances in films such as Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End captivated audiences. As he transitioned into production, he demonstrated his skills with the film Man on Ground, which earned nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.
His role in the Starz series Black Sails further established his standing in the industry.
His versatility shone through in performances like Zeus in Troy: Fall of a City (2018) and in Netflix’s Riding with Sugar, for which he won a SAFTA for Best Supporting Actor.
Expanding his repertoire, Kae-Kazim participated in adaptations such as The Watch and Intergalactic, along with films like Black Beauty and Godzilla vs. Kong.
In 2022, he appeared in Aníkúlápó and the Starz adaptation of Dangerous Liaisons.
He is also set to make his directorial debut with the film It’s the Blackness, a project that holds personal significance for him.
Kae-Kazim is well-known for his engaging voice work in video games like Final Fantasy XIV and Halo 3 ODST, which adds richness to virtual experiences.
His voice has also been featured in projects like Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, highlighting his versatility.
Throughout his varied career, he has lived in South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Nigeria at different times.
PERSONAL LIFE
Having a South African wife named Bronwyn and three daughters, his family life reflects his diverse experiences, influencing both his personal and professional journey in distinct ways.