An actor who often appears on both the Yoruba and English movies, Yomi Fash-Lanso, has emphatically declared that no one should classify him as a Nollywood celebrity as his vision goes beyond a single industry to being an entrepreneur in other areas.
Yomi, 55, also stated that he does not relish being addressed as a celebrity but who who is devoted to the craft of acting.
He also urged his numerous fans to stop labeling him a legend, which indicated he is yet to arrive as an accomplished actor.
The actor however recognized his seniors in the industry, affirming that people like Oga Bello, Baba Wande, Jide Kosoko, Antar Laniyan, and RMD, rightfully deserve the title of Nollywood legends.
I”He concluded by stating that he remains and prefers to be an actor and not a Nollywood actor: “I’m a Nigerian actor, not a celebrity, I’m not a legend, I’m just coming up.
“I’m also an entrepreneur, I sell wristwatches, men’s clothing and all. I dabbled into a lot of things before coming into the film industry per day.”
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