Article Was Last Updated August 26, 2026
Maurice Sam is a Nigerian actor, model, DJ, television host, entrepreneur and social media personality. He became famous for playing Acid in the Africa Magic television series Hustle.
Maurice is known for romantic dramas and family films. He has appeared in more than 100 Nollywood movies and television productions. Alongside acting, he works in television, film production, modelling, digital content and brand partnerships.
Maurice Sam Biography, Age, Family and Education
Maurice Samuel Oluwaseun, known professionally as Maurice Sam, was born on 12 March 1990 in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He is 36 years old in 2026, and his zodiac sign is Pisces.
Although Maurice was born in Akwa Ibom, he spent much of his childhood in Lagos, where he later developed his acting career. He is the oldest of three children.
Maurice has kept details about his father private. Rumours have linked veteran Nollywood actor Zack Orji to Maurice as his father, but the claim has no reliable evidence.
Maurice is a Christian and stands at approximately 6 feet (182 cm) tall. Outside his career, he enjoys travelling, music and traditional Nigerian food.
For his education, Maurice completed secondary school in Lagos and attended King’s College, where he participated in the drama club. He later studied Mass Communication at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and graduated in 2012. During his university years, he attended theatre workshops and performed in stage plays.
Maurice Sam Acting Career and Movies
Maurice Sam began acting in church drama groups before joining school drama productions and local stage plays. After graduating from university, he pursued acting professionally and attended auditions for film and television roles.
His breakthrough came in 2016 when he played Acid in the Africa Magic television series Hustle. The role introduced him to a wider Nigerian audience and led to more acting opportunities.
Maurice has since appeared in more than 100 movies and television productions. He has played lead roles in romantic films and family dramas, including Blood Sisters, where he played Blade, The Big Fat Lie, Team Six and A Heart to Love.
He also works as DJ Mo and has worked as a television host and model. His modelling work has included brands such as Nivea Men and Naija Fashion.
In 2019, Maurice started MoVibes, a film production company. He later co-produced the romantic drama A Heart to Love, which premiered at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival.
Maurice also runs Maurice Sam TV on YouTube, where he shares full movies, behind-the-scenes videos and other entertainment content. His acting career has also brought him into productions with Ramsey Nouah, Genevieve Nnaji, Ini Edo, Funke Akindele, Mercy Johnson, Ruth Kadiri, Alexx Ekubo, Sonia Uche and Destiny Etiko.
Maurice Sam Movies and TV Shows
Sam has appeared in numerous movies and television shows, including:
- Hustle
- Blood Sisters (2022)
- The Big Fat Lie (2019)
- Team Six (2021)
- Reform (2022)
- The Boy Next Door (2022)
- Believe
- Just Us
- Breaking Point
- When Men Cry (2022)
- Love & Everything In-between (2022)
- Pretty Thief (2022)
- Perfect Assistant (2022)
- Love Regardless (2022)
- Love in Strange Places (2022)
- Her Desire (2022)
- Drawn to You (2023)
- Word on the Street (2023)
- One Mistake (2023)
- The Landlord (2023)
- A Heart to Love (2023)
- Boss Chic (2023)
- Grow Together (2023)
- Perfect Friendship
- Pretty Liar (2023)
- Hey Neighbour (2023)
- Love Me Now (2023)
- Private Tutor (2023)
- Street Love (2023)
- Sugar or Spice (2023)
- The Love I Saved (2023)
- Love’s Antidote (2023)
- City Boys (2023)
- Feelings (2023)
- Love’s Mandate (2023)
- Her Private Escort (2023)
- A Player’s Heart (2024)
- Last Breath (2024)
- The Bride (2024)
- Once Upon a Vow (2024)
- Feelings Attached (2024)
- You, Me, Forever (2024)
- Two Girls (2024)
- Crazy About You (2024)
- Tari Love (2024)
- I Met a Girl (2024)
- Heart Arrest (2024)
- Die Together (2024)
- A Place Called Love
- What a Man Can Do for Love (2024)
- Fake Life (2024)
- Witness Protection (2024)
- Invisible Heart
- Trenches Kid (2024)
- Chemistry (2024)
- Rude China (2024)
- Steal My Heart (2024)
- Lost in Love (2024)
- Love Triangle
- Your Eyes on Me
- Money Game
- Fire Hearts
- Mr. Heartbreaker
- Native Fowl
- Star Struck
- Fools and More
- Lara of Lagos
- On The Real
- Inspector K
Maurice Sam Wife and Relationships
Maurice Sam is not married as of 2026.
He has been linked with actress Sonia Uche because they have appeared together in several movies. However, neither Maurice nor Sonia has confirmed a romantic relationship or marriage.
Maurice was also previously linked with actress Pearl Watts, but he denied the rumours. He has kept his personal life private and has not confirmed whether he has a wife or daughter.
Maurice Sam Net Worth and Sources of Income
Maurice Sam has an estimated net worth of $250,000.
He earns income from acting, television hosting, film production, modelling, DJ work, YouTube, brand deals, social media partnerships and other business activities.
Maurice Sam Social Media Accounts
Maurice Sam uses social media to share movie updates, behind-the-scenes videos, lifestyle posts and entertainment content.
- Instagram: @maurice_sam
- TikTok: Maurice Sam
- YouTube: Maurice Sam TV
- Facebook: Maurice Sam
