Actor | Writer | Former Professional Basketball Player

Ovie Soko is a former professional basketball player turned actor, writer and entertainment personality, building a multifaceted career across television, film, fashion and storytelling.

Having first captured the public’s attention on Love Island, Ovie quickly established himself as a recognisable figure in British entertainment, with appearances on Celebrity MasterChef and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. His transition into acting continues to gather momentum, having recently completed a lead role in Love Lanre, a feature film from BBC Studios.

Beyond the screen, Ovie’s creative ambitions extend into original storytelling and entrepreneurship. He has completed his first feature-length drama as a writer, is developing his own podcast, Up Top, and continues to grow his fashion brand, reflecting a creative identity that reaches far beyond his sporting roots.

With an established public profile and long-standing partnerships with global brands, Ovie brings authenticity, versatility and commercial appeal to everything he does.

As his career evolves, Ovie is establishing himself as a multidimensional talent, bridging mainstream entertainment, original storytelling and contemporary culture.