Veteran Nollywood actress Tina Ubah has shared thoughtful advice with fellow actors who find themselves struggling to balance their professional lives with marriage.
The actress mphasized the importance of being perceptive in relationships, pointing out that there are usually early signs when a partner may not be supportive of one’s career in the film industry.
Drawing from her own life experience, the mother of two encouraged her colleagues to remain committed to their craft, insisting that marriage should never become a barrier to professional growth.
Speaking in a recent episode of Lights Camara, she said:
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“It’s My Turn. He met you an actor, he married you an actor, there was no issue of you are going to leave this job because I am insecure or because we need to raise our children. No discussion or whatever. Then you got married thinking that now you are going to fly, and then the man comes and tells you, ‘No, you’re going to sit.’
“See, the signs are always there. Don’t ignore it. Watch him, watch her. You need to have a discussion with the person. If need be, you need to sign an undertaking that you would not make me leave my career. Because did he leave his job?
Mbah, a proud mother of two, hinted at her own experience and encouraged creatives to protect their dreams.
“Marriage is important but nobody put a gun to my head or to your head to do it. There are so many people in this world. If this didn’t work, another may work. You will meet a soulmate, someone who will be supportive. Just be true to yourself. Don’t go for the dazzles, be an antique babe like me.”
Her advice – Be wise, be observant, and if the love isn’t supporting your grind, keep it moving.
