I wouldn’t advise my children to pursue acting – Kofi Adjorlolo
Veteran Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo has opened up about his early passion for music and his reservations about the current state of the acting industry in Ghana.
Speaking on The Liz Show with Elizabeth Essuman, Adjorlolo revealed that he initially aspired to become a musician, not an actor. He shared that from a young age, many believed he was destined for a career in music due to his natural talent.
“I love music so much that by the age of eight, I could play the trumpet very well,” he said.
His musical journey led him to perform with legendary musicians such as Sir Victor Uwaifo and Gyedu Blay Ambolley, a testament to his dedication and skill.
Despite becoming a household name through acting, Adjorlolo expressed concern about the challenges faced by actors in Ghana. He cited poor industry conditions, lack of insurance, and limited support structures as key reasons he wouldn’t recommend the profession to his children.
“Honestly, I wouldn’t encourage my children to go into acting. The current situation in Ghana isn’t encouraging, attractive, or enabling for young ones to thrive in this field. Do we even have insurance to back our actors and actresses?” he questioned.
His comments highlight broader concerns within Ghana’s creative industry, particularly the need for structural reforms to support and protect talent.
By: Emmanuel Turkson
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