Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe reacts to rumours about his sexuality, expressing surprise and humor while affirming his support for his LGBTQ+ friends

Renowned Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has publicly addressed a circulating rumour regarding his sexual orientation. In a recent interview.

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Arukwe revealed his initial surprise upon hearing the speculation that he is gay, admitting he was also somewhat “excited” by the prospect of increased fame he believed might accompany such rumours.

Despite the unexpected nature of the gossip, Arukwe made it clear that he holds deep respect and affection for the LGBTQ+ community. “So, I have a lot of gay friends, they are my people, and I know their sexuality.

And I love them to death. I have nothing against them whatsoever,” he stated firmly. However, he also asserted his right to self-identification, saying, “I’m not going to agree to what I’m not just because to some people they are a certain type of people. For me, let God judge.”

They said that I was gay, and that shocked me to my balls. I was excited too. Cos I heard that when they start saying those kinds of things, you will blow (famous), so I thought to myself, ‘this must be it.’” – Uzor Arukwe

Furthermore, Arukwe conveyed a strong sense of self-acceptance, declaring that if he were indeed gay, he would embrace his identity wholeheartedly. “If it were my sexuality, I would own it. I’ll be one of the hottest around. I would own it with my chest.”

The actor also touched upon the surprising detail of who his alleged boyfriend was rumoured to be, though he chose not to disclose the individual’s identity.

His candid and humorous response to the rumours has sparked conversations about the significance of acceptance and understanding in society.

Arukwe’s reaction has been widely praised for its authenticity and confident stance on self-acceptance, regardless of societal speculation.