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Stella Damasus Opens Up on the Accent Barrier Facing Nigerian Actors in Hollywood

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Nollywood Actress Stella Damasus speaks on the reality of Nigerian actors getting a role in Hollywood, she describes it as a challenge.

The actress reveals that Hollywood looks for a particular type of accent from Africans when it comes to getting roles on their shows.

“Hollywood filmmakers insist that there is a particular accent that Africans who want to act in their industry must have. So, that’s why they forced our people to put it on.”

“I’m like, we [Nigerians] don’t sound like that, maybe one or two small countries in East Africa. I’m Nigerian, they are Ghanaians. We are different people and we all sound different. We [Nigerians] don’t sound like this. That’s what Hollywood wants. That’s what they are used to.”


 

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Fans React as Wizkid Joins Burna Boy–DJ Tunez Drama

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Nigerian singer Wizkid has reacted to the reported clash between Burna Boy and DJ Tunez.

Wizkid took to social media to mock Burna Boy, making controversial remarks and referencing Sean Diddy Combs.

His comments have since sparked reactions online, with fans divided over the ongoing tension between the artists.


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Moses Bliss Apologises After Graphic Design Backlash

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Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss has reacted to the public backlash he faced following a request he made to graphic designers.

It can be noted that the singer took to social media asking for a graphic designer to create a flyer, which later turned into a challenge that many criticised, stating it undervalued creatives.

Moses Bliss has now issued an apology, saying “I sincerely apologize to every graphic designer who felt disrespected or undervalued… that was never my intention.”

He added “The goal was to give creatives a platform to showcase their work, not to undermine their value.”


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Is AI Replacing Artists? DJ Neptune Shares Concerns

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Nigerian DJ, DJ Neptune has expressed concern about the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the music industry and how it could affect jobs.

It can be noted that similar concerns have previously been raised online, especially on platforms like Twitter, where many fear AI could replace artists and producers.

He wrote “AI is quietly about to retire the entire music production and mastering industry. I have seen scary things tonight. God help all of us in this ecosystem.”

He further shared how advanced AI tools are already capable of producing high-quality music, raising questions about the future of human creativity in the industry.


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