Yemi Solade Says No Actress Bought G-Wagon From Acting Alone
Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has caused a stir online after claiming that no Nigerian actress can afford to buy a G-Wagon luxury SUV only from acting money.
In a recent interview, Solade explained that the Nigerian film industry does not generate enough income for an actress to purchase such an expensive car without other sources of income. According to him, acting alone cannot bring the kind of wealth needed for such a lifestyle.
He said, “No actress can say she bought her G-Wagon from the money made from acting because how much do they earn?” His statement has since sparked debates among fans and movie lovers across social media.
Some netizens agreed with Solade, suggesting that many actresses must have invested their acting income into businesses or other ventures before being able to afford such luxuries. Others, however, mentioned top stars like Funke Akindele, who not only acts but also produces movies and owns multiple investments, making it possible to buy such cars.
A few fans even joked that some actresses live beyond their acting income, while others highlighted that Nollywood is diverse, and some entertainers earn from endorsements, producing, streaming platforms, and other business ventures outside acting.
The comments reflect the larger conversation about the financial realities of Nollywood, where many believe acting alone cannot fund a lavish lifestyle without other income streams.
This has once again opened up discussions on how actors and actresses in Nigeria balance their careers with side businesses, endorsements, and brand partnerships to maintain a certain standard of living.
The debate continues online, with many fans divided over Solade’s strong opinion on actresses and their expensive car purchases.
