Majid Michel Biography
Majid Michel is a renowned Ghanaian actor, model, TV personality, preacher, and humanitarian, born on September 22, 1980. Over the years, he earned multiple nominations for the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, and 2017. After three consecutive nominations, he won the award in 2012.
Majid Michel Early Life
Majid Michel was born in Cantonments, a suburb of Accra, Ghana. He grew up in Accra alongside his nine siblings. His parents were of mixed heritage a Ghanaian mother and a Lebanese father.
Majid Michel Age
Born on September 22, 1980, Majid Michel is 45 years old.
Majid Michel Education
Majid Michel attended St. Theresa’s Primary School and later continued to Mfantsipim School, an institution that also produced notable personalities like former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and actor Van Vicker. During his time in secondary school, Majid Michel was active in the drama club, which fueled his passion for acting. He even won a Best Actor award during a performance on Emancipation Day in Cape Coast, Ghana.
Majid Michel Personal Life
Majid Michel is married and has three children. On November 19, 2015, he credited his success to his wife of ten years, emphasizing that he values his relationship with God above everything. In the same year, he renewed his marriage vows.
Majid Michel Career
Before acting, Majid Michel worked as a model. In an interview with Star FM Ghana in 2017, he disclosed that his love for acting motivated him to join the film industry, even though he failed his first audition due to poor performance. His breakthrough came when he portrayed a young Lebanese employee in the popular TV series Things We Do for Love.
His first major film role was in Divine Love, where he starred opposite Jackie Agyemang, with Van Vicker playing a supporting role. The film’s success made all three actors household names in Ghana. Later, he starred in Agony of the Christ (2008), a drama that earned seven nominations at the 2009 Africa Movie Academy Awards, including Best Actor.
In October 2017, Majid Michel revealed that he earned between $15,000 and $35,000 per movie role. A born-again Christian, he also announced that he would no longer accept roles involving kissing scenes due to his faith.
Nollywood Breakthrough
Majid Michel gained prominence in Nollywood after Ghanaian filmmaker Abdul Salam Mumuni collaborated with Nigerian director Frank Rajah Arase. This partnership introduced Ghanaian actors to Nigerian audiences, giving them significant recognition. Majid Michel starred in several films under this arrangement, including Crime to Christ (2007), Agony of Christ (2008), Heart of Men (2009), Who Loves Me? (2010), and The Game (2010).
He made his Nollywood debut in Emerald (2009) alongside Genevieve Nnaji. Although the film received mixed reviews, critics praised Majid Michel’s performance and chemistry with Nnaji. Another Nollywood project, Silent Scandals (2009), was well-received for its strong production and Majid Michel’s acting skills.
In the same year, he appeared in Guilty Pleasures, which earned positive reviews. Majid Michel reunited with Nnaji in Bursting Out (2010), which garnered mixed responses. During interviews, he expressed admiration for Nnaji, even calling her the best kisser in the industry.
However, Majid Michel occasionally sparked controversy with his comments, such as stating that Ghana lacked a film industry. Reports in 2010 suggested that he temporarily withdrew from Nollywood after receiving threats from Nigerian actors accusing him of taking too many roles.
Upon returning to Ghana, Majid Michel featured in films like 4 Play (2010) and 4 Play Reloaded (2011). His role in Somewhere in Africa (2011), where he played a ruthless warlord, earned him widespread praise and his first Africa Movie Academy Award, despite mixed reviews for the film itself. Later, he starred in the box-office hit 30 Days in Atlanta (2014) and other successful projects like Being Mrs. Elliot and Knocking on Heaven’s Door.
Filmography
- Divine Love (2004) – Maxwell Darkho
- Things We Do for Love (2003–2016)
- Agony of Christ (2008)
- Crime to Christ (2005) – Sammy
- Silent Scandals (2009) – Neto
- 4 Play (2010) & 4 Play Reloaded (2011) – Alvin
- Somewhere in Africa (2011) – General Mumbasa
- 30 Days in Atlanta (2014) – Lekki Gardens MD
- Being Mrs. Elliot (2014)
- Knocking on Heaven’s Door (2014)
Majid Michel Religion
Majid Michel has been a Christian since birth but became more devoted in recent years. On October 4, 2016, he preached and performed deliverance at a local church, describing his spiritual awakening as genuine and rooted in scripture. In 2017, he admitted that his deepened faith cost him some friendships but also brought new ones aligned with his divine vision. He believes in spreading love and grace as a means to overcome hate, racism, and evil.
Majid Michel has publicly spoken against masturbation, calling it a sin, and admitted struggling with it in his youth. He also engaged in debates on tithing, asserting that it is not limited to Old Testament law but serves to support the needy through the church.
Majid Michel Net Worth
Majid Michel’s estimated net worth is around $2.5 million, making him one of Ghana’s wealthiest actors.
FAQs
How old is Majid Michel’s wife?
Virna Michel, his wife, turned 43 on January 2.
What happened to Majid Michel’s voice?
Following a car accident, Majid Michel experienced vocal issues, including strain and reduced airflow when speaking. Despite doctors dismissing the crash as the cause, his voice problems began immediately after the incident, forcing him to limit his speech and sometimes use a falsetto.
Is Majid Michel a pastor?
He clarified that he is not an ordained pastor but began preaching after developing a deep understanding of Christianity.
Where is Majid Michel from?
He hails from Cantonments, a suburb of Accra, Ghana, and is of mixed Lebanese and Ghanaian heritage.