Jeremiah Ogbodo born 4 July 1991 better known as Swanky Jerry, is a Nigerian celebrity fashion stylist who is mainly recognized for designing influential celebrities for red carpet looks.
Swanky Jerry has styled almost every famous Nigerian celeb and made a fortune with it. Due to his social media presence, he also earns from brand sponsorships and movies. Swanky Jerry is famous today for his appearance on the Netflix reality show Young, Famous and African which took over the whole of Africa.
Swanky profile
Name | Jeremiah Ogbodo |
Real Name | Swanky Jerry |
Place of birth | Lagos state |
State Of Origin | Enugu State |
Date Of Birth | 4th July 1991 |
Age | 32 years |
Tribe | Igbo |
Nationality | Nigeria |
Occupation | fashion designer, fashion stylist, social influencer and consultant. |
Religion | Christian |
Marital Status | Engaged |
Networth | $8 million |
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Educational background.
He went to Command Day Secondary School in Oshodi for his secondary school education and graduated in 2009. Swanky Jerry went further to the University of Lagos, where he later bagged a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration
Swanky Career
His love for fashion started way back when he was a young boy. He was fortunate to travel in different cities while young, and the experience exposed him to different cultures. His family and friends would always consult him on what to wear depending on the occasion. He was the go-to guy when it came to fashion matters. Thanks to his styling accreditation from the School of Style based in New York. It opened more doors for him. Besides, he also explained how socialization became a coping mechanism after his father’s death. After completing the fashion design course in New York, Jerry returned to his homeland and started working to establish his brand. He knew that becoming a stylist might not be easy, but he was ready and determined to achieve his dreams.
Jerry started his professional career in 2012 with the launch of his fashion brand Swanky Signatures and Styling. Before that, he had worked as a Public Relations agent for leading beauty brands, hotels, clubs and other small businesses. His breakthrough came after styling Davido for the music video shoot of his 2012 song All Of You in New York. The song opened incredible doors for him in Nigeria and America, and the video came out.
He is regarded as one of the most popular Nigerian celebrity stylists. Some of the other prominent personalities he has worked with include Yemi Alade, Tontoh Dikeh, a celebrated Nollywood actress for who he is the personal stylist. He has also worked with Iyanya, Tuface, D’banj, and Ini Edo. He has also worked with many African presidents and first ladies. In addition, he styled former president Goodluck Jonathan for an interactive session held with entertainers while campaigning for a second term in office.
Over the years, his company, Swanky Signatures Styling, has become one of the industry’s most popular and influential brands
Jerry Controversy
It was once rumored that he had a thing with an Abuja big boy.
Personal life
In 2018, Swanky was said to have proposed to his girlfriend in London, according to his friends. Yvonne Nwosu, a fashion designer, shared a photo of the said proposal. However, he didn’t confirm any relationship he has in public and is currently single as of writing.
While information about Swanky Jerry’s personal relationships is limited, it is clear that he places a high value on building strong connections with his clients and making a positive impact on society. He remains focused on his career and continues to push the boundaries of fashion, inspiring many young people in Nigeria to pursue their dreams
Social media
You can find him on Instagram with the handle @swankyjerry
Networth
He is estimated to be worth $8million.
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