Yemi Alade didn’t win Grammy but she made Africa proud – Actor Chiwetalu Agu
Nollywood veteran actor Chiwetalu Agu has praised singer Yemi Alade for her portrayal of African culture through her clothing at the 66th Grammy Awards.
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The 69-year-old actor commended Alade for her dedication to Afrobeats and her celebration of African ancestry in a video posted on Instagram late Tuesday.
“Yemi Alade, you are a queen. You may not have won the Grammy, but you clearly won my heart,” Agu said. “If nobody will say it, I, Chief Chiwetalu Agu, will give you your flowers while you can still smell them.”
He highlighted Alade’s contribution to the global promotion of Afrobeats and her pride in her cultural heritage, which is evident in her wardrobe selections.
“You are putting African culture on the world map. Your outfit was screaming, ‘I did not come to impress you, I know my roots,’” he added.
Agu further characterized Alade as a talented, disciplined individual and a source of inspiration for young women.
“Do we talk about how decent and natural you have been as an artiste or how beautiful you are as a woman? You carry yourself as a lady, a role model. Yemi, keep being the inspiration you are to many young girls,” he said.
He ended his message by expressing his sincere love and making a playful allusion to Alade’s well-known song, “Johnny.”
“Chief Chiwetalu Agu admires and loves you so much. I pray you find Johnny at the right time,” he said.
His comments have sparked a lot of discussion online, with many people applauding his backing of the musician.
