Anayo Modestus Onyekwere ( popularly known as Kanayo.o. Kanayo), born March 1, 1962 in Mbaise, Imo State Nigria is a Nigerian actor. In 2006 he won the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

In 1992, Kanayo made his debut film appearance in the film Living in bonbage. Kanayo has starred in over 100 films. Happy birthday Kanayo .o. Kanayo, wish you many more years in good health and wealth.