Deyemi Okanlawon, a popular Nollywood actor and producer, has revealed that fame was not his primary motivation for joining the entertainment industry.
Transitioning from an engineering background, he entered the industry with the intention of focusing on his craft, viewing fame as a secondary benefit.
Speaking in the latest episode of Celebrity Quickies, Deyemi Okanlawon said: “To be honest, I didn’t know this side of fame. I didn’t come into the industry to be famous. I came to do the work and the collateral upside of doing the work was fame. So, I quickly adapted with the understanding that it is just part of the job.
“In fact, I try to remove that from my head to help me stay grounded.”
He expressed regret for not starting his acting career earlier and shared his admiration for Hollywood actresses Viola Davis and Meryl Streep, whom he would love to go on dates with.
