I didn't come looking for fame – Deyemi Okanlawon

The thespian was a guest on the Celebrity Quickies show, where he shared insights into his career and personal philosophy. During the interview, Okanlawon was candid about his approach to dealing with the fame and attention that naturally accompany being an actor. He expressed that his primary focus was on the craft itself, and fame was an unexpected byproduct.

“I’ll 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. The collateral upside of doing the work was fame, and so I quickly adapted,” he explained.