Music video director Clarence Peters has shared that he found himself repeating many of the same mistakes made by his father, iconic musician Shina Peters.
However, he noted that the consequences were less severe due to evolving times and advancements in technology.
Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Clarence explained that this realization helped him come to terms with his father’s actions and ultimately led him to forgive him—without needing a direct conversation. He described this moment, which occurred around 2014/2015, as a major turning point in his life.
He said: “I made every single mistake my father made. I’m just lucky that time and tech saved me from it being as catastrophic as his own. So, the moment I realised that I forgave him instantly even before we had a conversation. That would be 2014/15. That was when I became an adult. That was when I began my journey into adulthood. I’m still on the journey. You’re always on the journey.”
As the son of Shina Peters and veteran actress Clarion Chukwura, Clarence’s family background is complex.
In a past interview with Chude Jideonwo, he said his mother considered aborting him but changed her mind due to her belief that he was the reincarnation of her father.
Clarence has been candid about the impact of his father’s actions, particularly regarding women and relationships, while he strives to break away from these patterns, he acknowledges his own imperfections and the mistakes he’s made.