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Pulse · Jul 1, 2026
Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has opened up about a period most of his fans never knew about, a time when he walked away from acting entirely, convinced the industry wasn't worth his time.
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Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has opened up about a period most of his fans never knew about, a time when he walked away from acting entirely, convinced the industry wasn't worth his time.
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Deyemi Okanlawon is a Nigerian actor, producer, and creative entrepreneur. A graduate of Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos, he also holds a Certificate in Acting for Film from the Delyork Creative Academy. Transitioning from a career in sales and marketing, Deyemi became a full-time actor in 2013. He has since starred in over 50 films, TV series, and theatre productions, including notable works like Blood Sisters (2022), King of Boys: The Return of the King (2021), and Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020). Deyemi is also a producer and founder of Covenant Entertainment Services.
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