Veteran Nigerian actor, Yemi Solade, has opened up about the key factors that have sustained his marriage to his wife, Hannah, for over two decades.
The couple, who tied the knot in September 2003, have been together for 21 years, with Solade crediting their marital success to his wife’s unwavering support and understanding.
In a recent interview with Nollywood Radio, the 64-year-old actor and movie producer praised Hannah for her strength and ability to navigate the challenges that come with his career and their personal lives.
Solade mentioned the friendship they share as a cornerstone of their long-lasting relationship.
“I give it to my wife. She manages me very well. She has been very tolerant; she perseveres a lot. My wife, apart from every other thing, is just a normal person. She is very selfless, she sacrifices more than anybody I know in this world. She is God-sent,” Solade said.
The actor added that his wife’s humility and selflessness have made a significant impact on their marriage.
He said, “She understands when I have and when I don’t have. She is not ostentatious. Anything I give to her, she prays for me, and that goes a long way.”
Solade, known for his roles in several Wale Adenuga productions, including ‘Papa Ajasco’, ‘Super Story’, ‘This Life,’ and ‘Odd World’, described marriage as “more like friendship because it is a life contract.”
During the interview, Solade also addressed persistent rumours that he demands sexual favours in exchange for movie roles.
He denied the allegations, and clarified that he does not control casting decisions as an actor. He went on to praise Hannah for her calm demeanor in the face of such rumours.
“Once I show her and say ‘Honey, sorry, something is brewing,’ she says ‘just be careful.’ That is all. My wife is a very peaceful person; otherwise, we would not be together for 22 years now,” Solade added.
The couple’s marriage has been blessed with two children, Rola and Femi. Solade previously shared that his first marriage ended when his ex-wife chose to relocate abroad. He also revealed that he met Hannah on the set of ‘Super Story’, one of Adenuga’s iconic TV shows.
Actor Yemi Solade Reveals Secrets To His 21-Year Marriage is first published on The Whistler Newspaper