Julius Onah is a multifaceted Nigerian-American creative force, excelling in both filmmaking and occasional acting endeavors.
Born in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria, Onah's early life was marked by a rich cultural diversity, with his formative years spent in the Philippines, Nigeria, Togo, and the United Kingdom.
As the son of a diplomat, Adoga Onah, Julius moved to Arlington County, Virginia, where he attended Washington-Lee High School, setting the stage for his future academic and professional pursuits.
Onah's academic trajectory included a Bachelor of Arts degree in theater from Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, followed by a Master of Fine Arts degree from the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, where he was honored as a Dean's Fellow.
Notably, Onah is also a recipient of the esteemed Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft.
