Yvonne Nelson is more than a name; she is a titan of Ghana’s entertainment industry. Through her work as an actor, author, film producer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, her impact has transcended film and reached the general populace. Yvonne is the founder and creative director of YN Productions GH, and the Yvonne Nelson Glaucoma Foundation, a charity that raises awareness of glaucoma and assists people that deal with it. Yvonne Nelson is a stalwart that is known for being multi-faceted and moving seamlessly between infectiously exquisite and quintessentially Ghanaian films, like Princess Tyra, Passion of the Soul, Sin City, and many others.
Profile Information
* Real Name: Yvonne Nelson
* Date of Birth: November 12, 1985
* Age: 38 years
* Height: 6’1
* Nationality: Ghanaian
* Hometown: Jamestown, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
* Tribe: Ga
* Social Media:
* Instagram: @yvonnenelsonghÂ
* Facebook: YVONNE NELSONÂ
* Twitter: @yvonnenelsonghÂ
Background Story
Yvonne Nelson was born at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. The majority of her upbringing occurred in Dansoman, Greater Accra region, Ghana. Yvonne has a mixed heritage; specifically, she is the daughter of a Ga from Jamestown and a Fante from Cape Coast. Yvonne grew up the youngest of three in a family that valued creativity, and her ambition gave her spark.
EDUCATION
Yvonne Nelson started her education at Martin De Porres School in Dansoman before proceeding to Aggrey Memorial Senior High School in Cape Coast. She then went to Central University, where she graduated with a degree in Human Resource Management. Yvonne continued to pursue more education at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), where she graduated with a Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy in 2020.
Relationship Status:
Yvonne Nelson is currently single and not married. She has a daughter, Ryn Roberts, who was born on October 29, 2017, with her British photographer partner, Jamie Roberts. Yvonne absolutely loves her daughter and frequently posts some of their family life on social media.
Career Journey
Yvonne’s love for entertainment started in her high school days, where she frequently rapped. Yvonne’s career changed while she was, at the time, just searching for auditions to apply for. Someone suggested Yvonne audition for a film, and despite her hesitation, she was encouraged to take a risk and audition, as she had always been told she belonged in the movie industry. She auditioned and scored her breakout role as Princess Tyra in 2007. Since then Yvonne has done very well for herself and is now a renowned film actor in the industry. Yvonne has starred in many films and also produced some through her YN Productions GH.
NOTABLE FILMS
* Fifty Fifty
* Sin City
* Fix Us
* Bachelors
* The Men We Love
* Princess Tyra
* Obsession
* House of Gold
* Single, Married and Complicated
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Yvonne is quite talented and has been recognized for it. She has enormous awards, with her most popular but selective ones being
* Best Actress, Ghana Movie Awards (2014, 2015)
* Favourite Actress, Ghana Movie Awards (2010)
* Best International Actress, Papyrus Magazine Screen Actors Awards (2012)
Philanthropist
In 2010 she founded the Yvonne Nelson Glaucoma Foundation, which aims to raise awareness and to support people living with glaucoma. For her charitable work, she has received several awards, including a special award from MTN for her care and initiatives related to glaucoma, which was presented at the MTN Heroes of Change in 2018.
Business
Yvonne is also a shrewd businesswoman and owns the following businesses:
* Just Like Mama Day Care (serving kids from 5 months to 5 years)
* YN Productions GH
* YN Collection (launched on September 9, 2021)
* Real Estate Investments
Lifestyle
Yvonne has a beautiful home in East Legon, Accra. Yvonne drives a BMW 5 Series and also owns a Hyundai Sonata. She has an approximate net worth of $4 million and appears to be doing very well in her personal and professional lives.
FAQs About Yvonne Nelson
* How old is Yvonne Nelson?
She is 38 years old.
* Is Yvonne Nelson dating?
No, she is currently single.
* Where is Yvonne Nelson from?
She is from Jamestown, Accra, Ghana.
* Does Yvonne have any children?
Yes, she has one daughter, Ryn Roberts.
* What are Yvonne Nelson’s qualifications?
She has a Master’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from GIMPA.
* What are some of Yvonne Nelson movies?
Yvonne Nelson has made some popular movies, including Princess Tyra, Sin City, and Fix Us.
Yvonne Nelson continues to amaze many who are able to watch her grow in her profession, her charitable work, and as a businesswoman. Moving forward, I can only predict her footprint in entertainment and the outside world will be substantially larger!
