Weruche Opia

Weruche Opia is a British-Nigerian actress and entrepreneur, recognized for her impactful roles in television and film, including a BAFTA-nominated performance in “I May Destroy You.” After earning critical acclaim and a British Academy Television Award nomination for her powerful performance as Terry Pratchard in Michaela Coel’s groundbreaking BBC series ‘I May Destroy You’ in June 2020, Weruche Opia solidified her standing as a prominent talent in film and television. Her impactful portrayal in ‘I May Destroy You’ also earned her a Black Reel Award in 2021, marking a significant career milestone. Opia initiated her professional journey with a television debut in a 2010 episode of ‘The Bill,’ followed by a year-long engagement with the Renegade Theatre Company in Nigeria in 2011. Upon her return to England in 2012, she secured roles in the Channel 4 crime drama ‘Top Boy’ and the Channel 5 procedural ‘Suspects,’ demonstrating early versatility.

Concurrently, she starred as Riz Samuel in the compelling Binge crime drama ‘The Jetty’ across four episodes, demonstrating her prowess in character-driven narratives. Further showcasing her artistic range, Opia lent her distinctive voice talent to the character of Otin in the groundbreaking Disney+ animated-live action hybrid film ‘Iwájú’ in 2024.