Nigerian skit maker Adebayo Ridwan, popularly known as Isbae U, has revealed that the timing of his father's death was particularly painful because it came just as their relationship was finally improving. Speaking on VJ Adams Live, the content creator opened up about his childhood, noting that he did not grow up with his father, Kamal Adebayo, also known as Sir Kay, a respected figure in the Yoruba film industry who passed away in December 2022.
Growing Up Apart: The Early Years
Isbae U explained that the physical and emotional distance during his formative years left little foundation for a strong bond when they reconnected as adults. According to the skit maker, the two initially struggled to find common ground, but their shared passion for entertainment eventually became the bridge that brought them closer.
Sir Kay began taking an active interest in his son's career, offering creative advice and even connecting him with actors for his productions. He encouraged Isbae U to study films for inspiration and shared ideas drawn from his extensive experience in the industry. For the first time, father and son had something meaningful to discuss.
Entertainment as the Unexpected Bridge
In his own words, Isbae U recalled: "We just started getting close and realised that we had something in common, which was my skits and his being an actor. So, he advised me on that path, telling me to watch some movies to get more ideas, sharing his ideas with me and getting me actors."
The skit maker expressed gratitude that his father lived long enough to see his career flourish, but the grief of losing him so soon after reconnecting weighs heavily on him. He stated: "I didn't grow up with him, so when he came into my life, we didn't have a lot of connection or things to say. It was when we started getting along well that he died. I'm glad that he got to see me win."
What He Misses Most
Isbae U also shared what he misses most about his father, saying: "I miss the privilege of sharing something with my dad without being scared of it getting out. We didn't get to have that togetherness for a long time."
The revelation comes amid growing public interest in the personal lives of Nigerian celebrities. Legit.ng recently reported that crossdresser Bobrisky, who relocated abroad months ago, once appeared on Isbae U's podcast, where he was referred to as an ex-convict and ex-money sprayer due to his legal troubles with the EFCC.
