Nollywood actor and producer, Deyemi Okanlawon, clarified that he didn’t enter the entertainment industry with the primary motivation of seeking fame.
Transitioning from engineering to the entertainment industry, the actor clarified that his entry into the field was driven by a desire to “do the work,” emphasizing that “fame was the incidental upside.”
Speaking in the latest episode of Celebrity Quickies, Deyemi 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.”
Expressing his greatest regret, he mentioned that he wishes he had initiated his acting career sooner.
Additionally, he revealed his interest in going on dates with Hollywood actresses Viola Davis and Meryl Streep.