Popular Nigerian actor Rykardo Agbor has revealed why he prefers to keep his family away from public attention, while also saying this helps them stay free from unnecessary pressures and the stress of fame.
On the Nollywood On Radio Podcast, Rykardo shared that he chose never to publish photos or personal details about his children, believing that their happiness and freedom come before the demands of his celebrity status. He underlined that public life is his own decision, and it is his job—not his family’s—to face the ups and downs that come with acting.
He explained that by keeping their lives private, his children can go about their daily lives, try new things, and relax without feeling the burden of public expectations.
Rykardo Agbor in words: “The show is about the family and then it’s better for them to go incognito. My kids don’t have that problem—I never post them so people don’t know them. They can go anywhere without much stress, unlike me. If I step out, people want to take pictures or start up conversations, and sometimes all I want is a simple day out or to buy something myself. I’m happy my kids can do whatever they want and have their freedom. One may argue you are making the money of fame, that’s why you should be paying the price of fame. I mean, that’s the price of fame. The price of fame is keeping them private. The fame is about me, not them.”
