Taiwo Ajai made her acting debut in December 1966 in Wole Soyinka’s play, ‘The Lion and the Jewel’
By Kehinde Okeowo
Nigerian actress, journalist and television presenter, Taiwo Ajai-Lycett has said a good actor should be able to excel in all aspects of their profession, including sharing a kiss on screen.
The veteran thespian made this known recently during an interview with popular blogger, KFN
According to the 82-year-old, any actor or actress who is unwilling to engage in on-screen kisses isn’t a “true actor.”
Taiwo Ajai went on to emphasize the importance of separating personal preferences from movie roles.
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She further noted that bringing one’s personal beliefs into acting, such as reluctance to engage in on-screen kisses, reflects a lack of dedication to the profession.
Speaking during the chat, the actress said: “If you can’t kiss on screen, you’re not an actor, you don’t bring your personal preferences into play.”
Taiwo Ajai made her acting debut in December 1966 in Wole Soyinka’s play, ‘The Lion and the Jewel’, a two-act comedy directed by William Gaskill at the Royal Court Theatre in London.
Her debut was not planned, as she was
asked by Gaskill to be a participant after finding herself in the rehearsal hall of the play.
However, after the encouragement she got following her performance and the invitations from producers that followed, she decided to take a career in acting seriously.
She went on to enroll at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
