Yvonne Jegede lambasted for ‘going bald in 2024’ to suit movie role
Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede faced criticism after shaving her head for an upcoming movie role, showcasing her commitment to her craft and her willingness to make bold transformations.
In a video shared on her Instagram page, Jegede explained her decision, emphasizing her belief in fully embracing her roles, even when it requires stepping outside her comfort zone.
For her, going bald was about more than just appearance; it was a way to connect more deeply with the character she is portraying.
She also revealed that she is learning to speak Yoruba for the role, further demonstrating her dedication to portraying the character authentically.
“I love my job too much not to take risks… I see myself as a tool to convey the appropriate message, if the script deserves it, I will do whatever needs to be done to give the story life.
Apart from this drastic change, I am learning to speak proper Yoruba language. AJA is a love story… A provoking story that will have you on your feet,” she captioned the post.
However, her decision has received mixed reactions from fans and followers. While some praised her dedication, others questioned the necessity of such a drastic move, given advancements in technology and makeup.
Moby Akins commented: “Shows you how backward we are. Nobody’s doing this anymore. There are prosthetics for this.”
Jhenni_o added: “In 2024, with how technology has advanced around the world. Do we still need to cut our hair to play a movie role?”
Kemisola_mi reacted: “There’s a way they could achieve this without going bald tho.”
Ty_phili noted: “Noo. It’s 2024, can’t the make-up costume have done something”.
