Bukky Wright Breaks Silence on Painful Past
Veteran Nollywood actress Oluwabukola Sekinat Ajoke Wright, widely known as Bukky Wright, has publicly opened up about a deeply painful chapter in her life. She revealed that her in-laws took her children away from her when they were still very young.
Speaking at a recent event, the actress shared the emotional story behind her struggles after marrying into a wealthy family. She explained that her in-laws dismissed her potential and believed she would never achieve anything meaningful.
Bukky Wright disclosed that her decision to enter the movie industry was not driven by a desire for fame. Instead, she started acting so that her children would have a way to find her when they grew older. “My children were taken away from me when they were young because I married into a very wealthy family, and they did not think I would amount to anything in life, but here I am today. I never even thought of becoming a star. I actually started acting so that when my children grow up, they would at least know where to find me,” she said.
The actress also spoke about her personality and professional life outside of acting. She described herself as an introvert and revealed that she works as a cybersecurity analyst, IT auditor, and writer. “A lot of people don't know this about me. I'm not a very social person. I'm more of an introvert. I am a cyber security analyst, an IT auditor, a writer, and an actor,” she stated.
Bukky Wright also clarified her true origins, correcting a common misconception. She noted that she hails from Abeokuta in Ogun State, contrary to the belief that she is from Ile-Ife in Osun State. “I am from a polygamous family, and I didn't get to know my father until I am one. I am from Abeokuta in Ogun State, contrary to people's believe that I am from Ile-Ife in Osun state,” she explained.
The actress made her debut in the mid-1990s and has since solidified her legacy as a multifaceted filmmaker and household name in both Yoruba and English-language cinema. Beyond her celebrated on-screen roles, she is also a respected entrepreneur who has built her own production empire.
Fans expressed great surprise on social media after her revelations. Many praised her resilience and courage in sharing her story. Bukky Wright's emotional account of how family struggles pushed her into acting has resonated with many, highlighting the challenges she overcame to achieve success.
In a related development, Bukky Wright recently warned her fans about fake social media accounts impersonating her. She took to her verified Instagram page to alert the public about scammers using her name to promote a fake job vacancy abroad. She firmly disowned the fraudulent post and clarified that she would never solicit funds or private details from her followers.
