- A 1990 beauty pageant video of Nollywood actress Regina Askia has surfaced online, sparking waves of reactions online.
- The actress represented Nigeria at the Miss International Beauty Pageant in Osaka, Japan.
- Askia, now a medical professional in the US, impressed with her bikini dance and elegant stage presence.
- She transitioned from a bikini, later changing into a short gown and traditional attire.
A rare video of veteran Nollywood actress Regina Askia participating in a 1990 beauty pageant has surfaced online.
The footage, which has been making rounds on social media, shows Regina Askia representing Nigeria at the Miss International Beauty Pageant in Osaka, Japan.
In the video, the former beauty queen, who now works as a medical professional abroad, can be seen wearing a bikini and gracefully dancing on stage before an attentive panel of judges and fellow contestants from various countries.
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Her performance, marked by elegance and poise, has evoked nostalgic reactions from fans and followers.
The clip also features Askia displaying her versatility as she transitions from a short gown to a traditional lace skirt and blouse.
The actress’ hair was beautifully styled, flowing down her back as she gracefully catwalked on the stage, exuding natural beauty with minimal makeup.
Recall, the actress moved abroad some years ago and established a medical home in the United States.
Netizens Reactions…
@thisis5th said: “Still the most beautiful Nollywood actress till date.”
@matterxhally said: “One of the OG baddies. Face card still valid till tomorrow. I was almost obsessed with her as a kid. #fangirl.”
@goodiee___ said: “Nah this woman was and is still sooo beautiful !”
@bree_la_reine said: “That mission. I was a very young girl in Ghana. I never forgot about her even though I wasn’t more than 9 years. I looked her up on IG some years ago and followed her. She’s still beautiful. A nurse in the states now.”
@iamj7ven said: “Era where there is no BBL.”
@teeeeemah said: “Wow, such a beauty then and now.” @ochuks_gymoutfit: “Wait was that her natural hair omg.”
@inyangedoho said: “All I remember is Ejike Asiegbu’s character in Highway to the Grave.”
@_burdizzo said: “She was and is still very fine.”
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