- Sophia Adella is an actress notably for roles in the movies Lying in Wait, Spartan, and Knockout
- Despite these early movie roles, Adella is only well known as a result of her marriage to Derek Luke for over twenty years
- She shares one child with the actor while working at Derek Luke foundation to give inclusion to minority communities while inspiring young people
Sophia Adella had a brief acting career dating back more than two decades. Her roles in movies such as Lying in Wait and Spartan set her up as a successful actress. Yet, she has not been seen in movies ever since her initial movie roles. Moreso, it is her marriage to the American actor Derek Luke that has added to her fame and popularity.
The power couple is enjoying marital bliss for years and openly defended their union in the middle of controversies and racial attacks over the years. Outside of their careers, the actress shares a beautiful family with her husband of more than twenty years.
Sophie Adella Is Still Married To Derek Luke After Twenty Years
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The Lying in Wait actress has maintained a long-term commitment to her husband of over twenty years. She and Luke first met at a seminar called Vertical Leap organized by Allen Haddy’s ministry where people are taught how to birth their dreams, visions, and ideas.
Sophia revealed that she did not find it easy at the start of her relationship life. She had several breakups and heartbreaks while growing up until she decided to write down a list of what she wanted to have in a husband.
The top on the list was to find a man that loves and fears God. Her dream came true after she met Luke and he possessed that quality.
They immediately knew they were meant for each other. Sophie and her then-boyfriend cemented their relationship by tying the knot on the 4th of April 1999. The duo is blessed with a son whom they proudly display on their social media handles.
Facts About Sophia Adella That Will Interest You
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1. Her Career Took off When She Turned 19?
Sophia was born on the 22nd of May 1977 in east L.A, United States of America. Her celebrity husband Derek is 3 years older than her having been born on the 24th of April 1974 in New Jersey.
She always wanted to be an actress since when she was a kid but continually doubted her abilities. Upon completing high school, Sophia decided to move to Califonia at 19 to chase after her long-nurtured dreams.
Adella came to the limelight professionally in 2000 after featuring in Knockout. She appeared in other movies like;
- Lying in Wait(2001)
- Spartan(2004)
2. Sophia Had a Very Rough and Unstable Childhood
The 47 year old comes from a broken home as is the case with her husband Luke. Sophia’s Mum got her marriage annulled with her husband who was always involved with gangs on the streets while Derek’s parents Maurice and Marjorie Luke also parted ways while Derek was still very much young.
Sophia said they were really poor while growing up and did not even have food stamps at some points. According to her, they stayed in abandoned cars and homes sometimes and she was subject to several fits of abuse.
She is one out of 4 siblings. 2 boys and 2 girls. Her mom was 15 when she got pregnant and already had 4 children at 20. The gap between the kids was so little that it was more of a kid taking care of kids when Adella was assisting their mom.
After much struggle, Sophia managed to get to high school where she took to drinking in order to run away from her pain and depression. This continued for a while until when she made up her mind to forget about her past and focus on her future.
3. Derek’s Wife Has a Mexican Background
Sophia has revealed that she is Mexican with a blend of Latino and Hispanic. Sophia also said she used to be embarrassed and ashamed of her Mexican origin until she later grew to accept who she really is in high school.
She now describes her color and identity as a gift to nature, humanity, and the world. The movie star disclosed that her background as someone impoverished teaches her value and gratitude. She has grown to accept everyone as they are including herself.
Though Luke and his wife have remained happily married for about two decades now, their marriage has not been void of racial criticisms from fans and also family members. Derek has always defended his wife and his decision. According to him, people should focus on happiness and love rather than skin color.
4. Sophie Adella Got Born Again in 1996
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The actress who is of Hispanic descent has had high and low points in her life. Adella said she still had doubts and struggles about herself until she gave her life to Christ in 1996. This was a turning point and a breakthrough for her.
According to her, she got born again in 1996 when she came into contact with God’s love, and ever since, it was that love that redirected her life.
She and her husband have remained ardent Christians who attribute their success to God. They are ardent readers of the books written by the Bahamian preacher, Myles Munroe who died in November 2014.
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5. What is Sophia’s Net Worth?
Unlike her husband, Sophia has not featured in so many movies that could pay her hugely. Her net worth is said to be around $50 thousand dollars while her husband Derek Luke’s worth is about $5 million from his film and television career.
6. Sophia Adella’s Husband Has Won Several Awards as an Actor
Being a proficient actor, Derek Nathanial Luke has continued to attract the praise and admiration of many people. He has won several awards including
- The Independent Spirit Award in 2022 for his outstanding performance in Antwone Fisher
- Satellite Special Achievement Award (2003)
- BET Award for Best Actor (2003)
7. Her Husband Luke Has a Foundation
Derek Luke, Sophia’s husband has a foundation that works to improve the lives of people, especially colored communities. They empower and inspire individuals to serve as advocates for access, equality, and change.
He alongside his wife is further involved with speaking to young people about being the best that they can be as there is a leader in everyone. According to him, someone took out time to look for the leader in him and he is willing to do the same for others.
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