From Afrobeats icons to Hollywood stars, these Virgos embody the sign’s signature traits; practical, hardworking, and brilliant.
Represented by a maiden carrying a sheaf of wheat, Virgos — born between August 23 and September 22, are known for their practicality, sharp intellect, and drive.
They’re the planners and problem-solvers of the zodiac, thriving in organized spaces and bringing a sense of order wherever they go. Though they can be reserved or overly critical at times, their grounded nature and deep sense of care make them some of the most dependable friends, partners, and professionals.
Here are some famous Virgo celebrities who share your hardworking, detail-oriented, and quietly brilliant traits.
- Tony Umeh
Tony Umez, born August 23 is a veteran actor, who began his acting career in secondary school, joining Nollywood in 1993 but gaining widespread recognition after the 1998 film “Died Wretched”. He has appeared in over 200 films and is known for his roles in movies like “The Princess,” “Billionaire’s Club,” and “Blood Sisters.”
- Funke Akindele
Born August 24, Olufunke Akindele, popularly known as Funke Akindele or Jenifa, is a filmmaker, actress, director, producer, politician , and realtor. Akindele got her debut into Nollywood through the sitcom “I Need to Know” and in 2009, she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, for her role in “Jenifa,” which brought her to fame.
Akindele reprised the role in 2011 sequel “The Return of Jenifa” and reboot television series titled “Jenifa’s Diary,” for which she was named the Best Actress in a Comedy at the 2016 and 2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. She is the second director to gross over a billion naira at the box office and is currently the Highest-Grossing Director in Nigerian Box Office with a total gross of over ₦4.7 billion. Some of her notable works include “Finding Me,” “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” Battle On Buka Street,” and “Behind the Scenes.”
- Tomike Adeoye
Tomike Adeoye is a presenter, actress and entrepreneur who began her career as a Radio and TV presenter, transitioning to acting in 2005 with her debut role as Tania in the TV series “Jenifa’s Diary.” She also played the character Ada in the drama series “Industreet,” which further cemented her place in Nollywood. Some of her notable performances include “Ajosepo,” “Heart of the Line,” and “Egun.” She was born August 24.
- Mercy Johnson
Mercy Johnson Okojie, born 28 August is an actress, film director and producer who launched her Nollywood career with a breakthrough role in “The Maid” after a successful audition. She quickly became a household name, starring in hit films like “Hustlers,” “Baby Oku in America,” and “War in the Palace.” Her standout performances earned her major accolades, including Best Supporting Actress at the 2009 Africa Movie Academy Awards for Live to Remember and Best Actress at the 2013 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for “Dumebi the Dirty Girl.” In 2011 and 2012, she became Google’s most searched Nigerian celebrity.
Since 2017, Mercy Johnson Okojie has served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Kogi State on entertainment, arts, and culture.
- Waje
Born September 1, Aituaje Aina Vivian Ebele Iruobe, known professionally as Waje (an acronym for “Words Aren’t Just Enough”), is a singer who launched her career while she was a student.. She first gained recognition after being featured on the remake of P-Square’s “Omoge Mi” and on the duo’s 2008 hit track “Do Me”. She also contributed vocals to Banky W’s “Thief My Kele” and M.I’s “One Naira.” In 2016, Waje was one of the four judges in the inaugural season of The Voice Nigeria. For her acting pursuits, she made her debut in “Tunnel,” further appearing on the final season of the Africa Magic “Battleground,” and “Christmas in Lagos.”
- Damson Idris
Adamson Alade-Bo “Damson” Idris is a British-Nigerian actor, entrepreneur and film producer who is best known for starring in the crime drama “Snowfall,” on FX . He also played the co-lead in Netflix’s sci-fi action film “Outside the Wire” and a Formula One driver in the 2025 sports drama film F1. He was born September 2.
- Toyin Abraham
Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi is an actress, filmmaker, and entrepreneur born on September 5. After beginning her acting career in 2003 under Bukky Wright’s guidance, she gained prominence for her role in the film “Dugbe Dugbe nbo”. Known for her versatility, she has transitioned from Yoruba-language films to mainstream Nollywood, becoming one of Nigeria’s most influential figures in the industry. She has starred in popular films like “Alakada Reloaded,” “Ijakumo,” and “Iyalode” and also owns Toyin Abraham Productions.
- Chimamanda Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, born on 15 September is a writer of novels, short stories, poems, and children’s books who is also a book reviewer and literary critic. She is widely recognised as a central figure in postcolonial feminist literature and some of her famous works include “Purple Hibiscus,” “Half of a Yellow Sun,” “Americanah,” and “Dream Count.” Adichie’s awards and honours include academic and literary prizes, fellowships, grants, honorary degrees, and other high recognition, such as a MacArthur Fellowship in 2008 and induction into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2017.
- Basketmouth
Born September 24, Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth is a comedian, actor, presenter, entrepreneur, and musician. He is one of the most successful comedians in Africa and his comedy style has been compared to that of Chris Rock. Basketmouth began his comedy career in 1998 as a student at the University of Benin and has since then achieved numerous awards in the comedy industry. For his filmmaking pursuits, he is the producer of “A Ghetto Love Story” and “My Flatmates,” appearing in them as an actor as well.
- Patience Ozokwor
Born September 14, Patience Ozokwor, also known as Mama G is a veteran actress and musician who is best known for playing villain roles. She won Africa Movie Academy Awards’s Best Supporting Actress in 2012 and 2013 and was among the top 100 Nigerians honored by the government to celebrate the amalgamation of the northern and southern protectorates in 2014. In 2023, she was named the Merit Award Winner at the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Some of her recent performances include “ Chief Daddy,” and “ Chief Daddy 2: Going for Broke.”
- 2Face
Born September 18, Innocent Ujah Idibia MON, popularly by his stage name 2Baba and formerly as 2Face Idibia is a singer-songwriter, record producer and philanthropist known for his solo debut album, “Face 2 Face.” He is regarded as one of the “most influential” and greatest Afrobeats artists of all time following his contributions to Nigerian pop music in the 2000s. In 2025, Billboard nominated his song “African Queen” as the Best Afrobeats song.