Thespian Pursuits Led to Marital Dissolution: Yetunde Wunmi’s Personal Journey

Veteran Yoruba actress Yetunde Wunmi has shared insights into the sacrifices she has made throughout her career.

In a recent interview with BBC Yoruba, the 64-year-old disclosed that she began her journey as a stage performer in 1982 with Sunday Akinola’s ‘Feyi Kogbon’ theatre group.

Reflecting on her nearly forty years in the film industry, Yetunde Wunmi revealed that her dedication to acting ultimately led to the end of her marriage.

“I cannot forget Adelove. He brought the stage drama to Danjuma film close to where I lived then. He wore all white that day and came with a white car.

“Everybody ran towards him and I also went closer to make sure I touched his clothes. I was very happy. I felt like I touched a gold. That was when I developed interest in theatre.

“I lost my marriage due to my love for this theatre. But I never regretted being an actress since then because God has been gracious to me.”