Nnamdi Asomugha, a renowned former All-Pro NFL defensive back, was born on July 6, 1981, in Los Angeles, California. He embarked on his professional football journey with the Oakland Raiders after being selected in the first round of the 2003 NFL draft. Throughout his illustrious career, Asomugha earned four All-Pro selections and became one of the League's most exceptional defensive backs, solidifying his position in the 2008, 2009, and 2010 Pro Bowls.
Asomugha's exceptional talent and dedication to his craft led him to be considered the top free agent on the market during the 2011 off-season. He signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, gracing the cover of 'Sports Illustrated' in the process. On December 27, 2013, Asomugha signed a one-day contract with the Oakland Raiders, bringing an end to his 11-year NFL career.
Before entering the NFL, Asomugha showcased his athletic prowess as a standout free safety at the University of California, Berkeley, where he graduated with a degree in corporate finance.
Nnamdi Asomugha made his acting debut in 2008 on the CW Network sitcom 'The Game'. He went on to appear in various TV shows and films, including 'Friday Night Lights', 'Leverage', and 'Fire with Fire', alongside notable actors such as Bruce Willis, Josh Duhamel, and Rosario Dawson. In 2013, he wrote, produced, and starred in his first short film, 'Double Negative'.
Asomugha is the chairman of the Asomugha Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization he founded with his family. The foundation focuses on two primary programs: Asomugha College Tour for Scholars (ACTS) and Orphans and Widows in Need (OWIN). ACTS is an 18-month-long mentorship program that takes high-achieving high school students on an all-expenses-paid trip to visit local colleges and universities. Upon their return, the students engage in leadership, civic, and humanitarian activities, demonstrating the importance of giving back. OWIN, founded by Asomugha's mother, Dr. Lilian Asomugha, works to empower widows and orphans in Africa through education, spiritual guidance, and vocational training, ultimately positioning them for economic success and independence.
