Jim Iyke, the Nigerian actor, recently shared how his father strongly opposed his decision to pursue a career in acting. Speaking on the 'Is This Seat Taken' podcast, Jim revealed that in his family, parents typically decide their child's life path, and due to his academic brilliance, his father had high hopes for him.
Despite being an outstanding student with plans to pursue an MBA, Jim Iyke expressed his desire to become an actor one day, which his father immediately disapproved of. His father questioned his ability to act, pointing out his introverted nature and shyness around new people.
In contrast, Jim's mother believed in him from the start, even though he had no concrete plans on how to achieve his dream of becoming an actor. Her unwavering support became a crucial factor in his journey.
The situation at home became increasingly uncomfortable due to his father's disapproval, leading to Jim being asked to leave the house. He faced a choice between following his father's plan of getting an MBA quickly or pursuing his passion for acting.
With his mother's support, Jim Iyke embarked on his journey as an actor, and her influence played a significant role in shaping the man he became. Her guidance, direction, and belief in him fueled his pursuit of goals and contributed to his success in becoming the actor he is today.
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