Joseph van Vicker, better known as Van Vicker, is a Ghanaian actor.
Background
Vicker was born to a Ghanaian Liberian mother and a Dutch father. His father died when he was six years old. He has often cited in interviews that he considers himself a global citizen as he was raised all over the world by his mother.
Due to the early death of his father Vicker has stated that he is very close to his mother and considers her his hero.
Education
Vicker attended Mfantsipim School, along with fellow actor Majid Michel.
Career
Mfantsipim School is the alma mater of Former Secretary-General of the United Nations, Kofi Annan. Nollywood breakthrough Vicker has appeared in numerous Nollywood films alongside prominent Nollywood actors including Tonto Dikeh, Mercy Johnson, Stephanie Okereke, Chika Ike and Jim Iyke. His Nollywood movies include My Soul Mate, Heart of Fire, Popular King, Gambling with Marriage, Harvest of Love, Stolen Will, The Joy of a Prince, Discovered, The Kingdom and Against the law.
International success Vicker is one of the renowned African actor worldwide.
He has directed, starred and produced five films under his sky + Orange Productions since 2008. 2012 was the brightest year for his production house earning him best actor and director for his smash comedy "Joni waka".
Awards include Ghana Movie Awards, ACRAG awards and the Nollywood Academy s Critics’ Awards. He is the Chief Executive Officer of "Sky + Orange Productions", a film production house.
Van Vicker Training facility is the latest entrepreneurship of Vicker where students are trained in the field in acting by professionals.
The Van Vicker Foundation is an outreach program for the youth.