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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.

Kostas Antetokounmpo, Alex Antetokounmpo, Veronica "Vera" Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Giannis Antetokounmpo with family attend the world premiere of Rise at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California on June 22, 2022.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo in the upcoming feature-length documentary "Giannis: The Marvelous Journey."

Overview

  • 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.