Jacqueline Wolper


Jacqueline Wolper Massawe, is a Tanzanian actress, businesswoman and fashion stylist. Wolper began her film career in 2007 and has been featured in more than 30 films since her debut in the industry.

Early life and education

Wolper was born and raised in Moshi, Tanzania. She attended Mawenzi Primary School before moving to Magrath, Ekenywa and Masai for her secondary school. She later took Language Course in ICC Arusha and other Business Studies.

Career

Wolper entered the Tanzanian film industry in 2007. The veteran actress Lucy Komba discovered and convinced her to join the movie industry. Wolper was working at her salon where Lucy was one of her regular clients. She first appeared in the movie produced by Lucy Komba “ Ama Zako Ama Zangu “ where she played as a secretary. She later appeared in “Oprah”, a movie by the late Steven Kanumba and his boss Mtitu Game. Her performance convinced the directors to cast her in further movies like “Family Tears” and “Red Valentine”. Her subsequent movies include Kipenzi Changu, Family Tears, Red Valentine, Surprise, Chaguo Langu, Candy, Taxi Driver and many more.

Personal life

Wolper began dating the popular musician Harmonize in May 2016. However, the pair broke up in February 2017. She also had a relationship with his musical partner, Diamond Platnumz. Despite having an interest in Kenyan culture, Wolper stated she did not want to have a relationship with a Kenyan man.
In 2018, she announced that she had become a born-again Christian. Wolper is known for her controversial statements to the Tanzanian media, and she has expressed fear of being bewitched because of them.

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRoleNotes
2018-2020KapuniPriscaAired in Magic Magic Bongo
2021–presentPaziaMiriamAired in Magic Magic Bongo

Awards and nominations

YearEventPrizeRecipientResult
2010Tanzania Smile Face AwardsSexiest ActressHerselfWon
2012Ijumaa Magazine AwardsIjumaa Sexiest GirlHerselfWon
2014Tanzania Peoples Choice Awards Favorite ActressNdoa YanguNomitated
2015Tanzania Peoples Choice Awards Favorite ActressHerselfNomitated