This
is a very emotional and touching story of an aspiring actress whose
dream was hampered by a ghastly road accident that cost her one of her
legs, but has remain undeterred.
Doris Samuel Akonanya
Physically-challenged upcoming Nollywood actress, Doris Samuel
Akonanya played her first role as the lead act in a movie titled
"Susanna" as shot in the South-eastern part of Nigeria.
The actress who studied Theatre arts at Nnamdi Azikiwe University
in Anambra State has been described as a very talented lady with a
strong passion about acting.
Doris lost her right leg as a teenager from an accident. In spite
of this tragedy she hasn't let it stop her from achieving her dreams of
becoming a top actress. Already she can claim to have worked with top
Nollywood figures like Chinwe Owoh, Chinwtalu Agu and Harry B.
The movie "Susanna" is her first in a leading role. The pictures
from the yet to be released film has warmed the hearts of Nigerians who
are currently empathizing with her
"For her coming this far is testament to her mental fortitude,
family support as well as her faith in God. For many people tragedy
breaks their spirit but for others its builds their character" a top commenter familiar with her story said on social media.
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