Nollywood actor and producer Deyemi Okanlawon recently shared his perspective on fame, revealing that he never aspired to be famous [/b]but rather entered the entertainment industry with a focus on the craft. The actor, who made a transition from engineering to pursue a career in entertainment, clarified that his primary motivation was to "do the work," with fame being an incidental byproduct.
In a recent episode of Celebrity Quickies, Deyemi expressed, "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 was just part of the job."
"In fact, to keep myself grounded, I try to push that out of my head," he added. Reflecting on his career, Deyemi revealed that his biggest regret was not starting his acting journey sooner.
Furthermore, he shared his admiration for Hollywood actresses Viola Davis and Meryl Streep, expressing a desire to go on dates with them. Deyemi Okanlawon's journey in the entertainment industry highlights his commitment to the art form, emphasizing that fame was never the primary goal but rather an incidental aspect of his chosen profession.
