Brutus Mfon Richard

Biography

Brutus Mfon Richard is a Nigerian actor, voice-over artist, model, and presenter. He earned a Physics degree at the University of Calabar but found his true calling in performing arts. Hailing from Eket in Akwa Ibom, he began his career as a child presenter and active member of school drama troupes, showing early flair for storytelling. On screen, Brutus has built a diverse portfolio across Nollywood. He portrayed ‘Smoke’ in Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story (2020), and performed in short films like The Broken Mask and Bariga Sugar, earning praise for his commitment to complex characters. In 2023, he appeared in A Young Time Ago and had roles in Country Hard (2021) and Ojuju (2014). Noted for seeking “conscious stories,” he challenges stereotypes and advocates for more nuanced roles in Nigerian cinema. A vocal critic of the industry’s treatment of actors, he advocates for fair pay, royalties, and dignified working conditions. Brutus is known for his thoughtful approach to role selection and a spiritual belief in divine guidance shaping his career. With a reputation for understated, emotionally resonant performances, he is one of Nollywood’s rising talents pushing the industry forward.