Hakeem Kae-Kazim, was born on October 1, 1962, is a skilled actor and producer of Nigerian-British heritage.<\/p>\n
Kae-Kazim also showcased his producing talents in the film Man on Ground (2011), earning two nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.<\/p>\n
FACTS ABOUT HAKEEM KAE-KAZIM<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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- FULL NAME:<\/strong>Hakeem Kae-Kazim<\/li>\n
- DATE OF BIRTH:<\/strong>October 1, 1962<\/li>\n
- PLACE OF BIRTH:<\/strong>Lagos, Nigeria<\/li>\n
- NATIONALITY:<\/strong>Nigerian<\/li>\n
- SPOUSE:<\/strong>Bronwyn Kae-Kazim<\/li>\n
- OCCUPATIONs:<\/strong>Actor, Producer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, with family ties to Abeokuta in Ogun State, Kae-Kazim moved to South London during his childhood.<\/p>\n
His passion for acting was sparked by participating in school plays and joining the National Youth Theatre, which nurtured his love for the stage.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
CAREER<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
He gained prominence for his role as Mr. Manyeke in the BBC series Grange Hill and later appeared in Trial & Retribution on ITV.<\/p>\n
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).<\/p>\n
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\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
His role in the Starz series Black Sails further established his standing in the industry.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Expanding his repertoire, Kae-Kazim participated in adaptations such as The Watch and Intergalactic, along with films like Black Beauty and Godzilla vs. Kong.<\/p>\n
In 2022, he appeared in An\u00edk\u00fal\u00e1p\u00f3 and the Starz adaptation of Dangerous Liaisons.<\/p>\n
He is also set to make his directorial debut with the film It\u2019s the Blackness, a project that holds personal significance for him.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
His voice has also been featured in projects like Pirates of the Caribbean: At World\u2019s End, highlighting his versatility.<\/p>\n
Throughout his varied career, he has lived in South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Nigeria at different times.<\/p>\n
PERSONAL LIFE<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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