Umar Sadiq

Umar Sadiq is an actor, filmmaker, and model. The world class professional boxer has acting experience in film, theater, national television commercials, new media, and podcasts. His modeling experience includes collaborations with Idris Elba, David Beckham, and other notable names. Born in Kaduna, Nigeria, and raised in London, Sadiq's versatility lends itself on and off stage. An ex-accountant, Sadiq taught himself Spanish, speaks five languages, and impersonates 6 accents. He is now based in Los Angeles, CA where he continues to expand his skill set learning the Meisner technique at the respected Playhouse West school of acting. And at Casey Lee's Actors Lab. In 2021 Sadiq made his Hollywood acting debut performing Shakespeare in theater. His other work includes short films, television pilots, and immersive theatre. Sadiq has extensive combat training and is an advanced dancer, specializing in salsa.