NBA Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Explores Nigerian Roots in New WhatsApp Documentary
The film 'Ugo: A Homecoming Story' chronicles Antetokounmpo's first visit to his parents' homeland, offering a personal glimpse into his family's heritage and Nigerian traditions.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo, NBA superstar, returns to his parents' homeland, Nigeria, for the first time in a new documentary titled 'Ugo: A Homecoming Story', produced in partnership with WhatsApp.
- The documentary, directed by Rick Famuyiwa, follows Antetokounmpo's journey through Nigeria, exploring his family's heritage and Nigerian traditions.
- Antetokounmpo's visit to Nigeria was accompanied by his mother, who emigrated from Nigeria to Greece 35 years ago.
- Antetokounmpo has been a brand partner with WhatsApp since 2022, a platform he used to stay connected with his family when he first moved to the United States.
- Antetokounmpo's new media company, Improbable Media, is set to release a full-length feature documentary about his life story, 'Giannis: The Marvelous Journey', on February 19 on Prime Video.
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