For me, it wasn’t really a big deal. I had been acting since I was a very little boy, doing children’s television plays and all. Then I got to secondary school and I was right in the literary, debating and dramatic arts association....
Akin Lewis is a veteran Nollywood actor who has graced the television screens for over 50 years. The director and producer became popular with sitcoms in the 80s, including ‘Why Worry’ and ‘Koko Close’, and had featured in numerous television productions to become one of the most celebrated in Nollywood. In this interview with IJEOMA THOMAS-ODIA, he speaks about his sojourn into acting in the last 50 years.For me, it wasn’t really a big deal.
You got your first award in 1982. How do you feel about actors ‘recognition in the industry in the present day? With all due respect, the kind of training that we had, we were used to getting backed by people who understand the industry. I love it when my works speak for me, not because you like my face or what I wear or the car I drive. I have solid awards. They may be few but they are very solid such that when you enter my house, you would see them and I’m proud of them.Never! As a matter of fact, for me, it is a new beginning from now on.
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