Eddy Young

Edward Young (born Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon) is a Nigerian filmmaker known for his debut production film Kasanova[1] that became a box office success as the highest grossing Nigerian film in September 2019.[2] He was recognized by the Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II in 2020 for his contributions in the Nollywood sector.[3][4]

Eddy Young
Born
Edward Osaretinmwen Erhahon

May 17
Benin city, Edo State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
Alma materUniversity of Benin
Occupation(s)Film Producer and Media Executive.
Years active2011–present
Notable workKasanova

Life

Eddy was born to the family of Mr and Mrs Erhahon in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria. He had all his Education in Benin city and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Adult and Non-Formal Education from the University of Benin.[5] His Career started as an on Air personality with Independent Television and Radio Benin and later served in Hitfm Calabar.[6] His major industry break was in January 2019 when he produced Kasanova[7] which has received reviews from critics and viewers,[8] the film made its debut in Nigerian cinema in September 2019[9] and also debuted on Netflix in June 2020.[10] Also in 2020, he produced a web series titled The Badchelors which was premiered on 29 April 2020.[11][12]

Filmography
  • 2020 Old school lives on (producer)
  • 2020 Man like Jimmy (producer)
  • 2020 The Badchelors (web series) (producer)
  • 2019 Kasanova (producer)
  • 2019 Dejavu (producer)
  • 2019 What happened on 3rd street (producer)

See also

References
  1. "Fojo Media in The Reunion, Kasanova". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. February 13, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  2. "Nigerian Box Office: Here are the 3 biggest Nollywood winners for September 2019". www.pulse.ng. October 4, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  3. "Ooni of Ife decorates rising filmmaker, Eddy Young". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. May 23, 2020. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  4. Medeme, Ovwe. "Filmmaker, Eddy Young Relishes Ooni's Award". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  5. "Eddy Young: Growing Up, I Really Wanted to be a Lawyer". THISDAYLIVE. August 31, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  6. "Eddy Young: Growing Up, I Really Wanted to be a Lawyer". THISDAYLIVE. August 31, 2019. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  7. Admin. "Eddy Young Set To Take Nollywood By Storm, To Premiere RomCom, Kasanova". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  8. Okechukwu, Daniel (September 16, 2019). "Kasanova is the best Nollywood Romantic Comedy You Will See in 2019". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014). Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  9. Ben. "Ireti Doyle, Wale Ojo, Ruby Akubeze, AY, Ayo Mogaji Ifan Micheals Dazzle on the Red Carpet at the Premier of 'Kasanova' the movie". Pulse. Retrieved June 19, 2020.
  10. Aka. "Kasanova is coming soon to Netflix | 5 Things that Should Matter Today". YNaija. Retrieved June 19, 2020.
  11. "The badchelors is here to feed your fix for Ngozi Nwosu and Lagos drama". YNaija. May 4, 2020. Retrieved June 15, 2020.
  12. Medeme, Ovwe. "Eddy Young Thankful As He Adds Another Year". Independent.NG. Archived from the original on November 28, 2021. Retrieved June 15, 2020.


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